Practice test
Typing test for jobs
Pick the kind of job you're applying for, choose a length, and start typing. You'll get net WPM, gross WPM, accuracy and errors, the way hiring tests score them.
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Time left
1:00
Net WPM
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Accuracy
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Please note that the quarterly planning meeting has moved from Tuesday to Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in Conference Room B. Bring a printed copy of your department budget and a short list of goals for the next three months. If you cannot attend, send a summary to the office manager by Wednesday afternoon so it can be shared with the group. Parking in the north lot will be limited that morning because of resurfacing work, so plan a few extra minutes for your arrival. Lunch will be provided after the meeting, and any dietary needs should be sent to the front desk by Monday.
Start typing to begin the clock. Pasting is turned off, just like on a real hiring test.
Frequently asked questions
How is a job typing test scored?
Most hiring tests report net WPM: total characters typed divided by five, per minute, minus one word per minute for each uncorrected error. Accuracy is the share of characters typed correctly.
How long is a typing test for a job?
It varies by employer. The U.S. federal clerical standard bases its typing requirement on a 5-minute sample, so practicing at 5 minutes is a good way to build stamina.
Can I use backspace?
Here, yes. Fixing an error before you move on removes it from your score. Some employer tests turn backspace off, so ask what your test allows.