distribution of time 60 leaderboard results (wpm)
By default, this website uses the most common 200 words in the English language to generate its tests. You can change to an expanded set (1000 most common words) in the options, or change the language entirely.
You can use
wpm - total number of characters in the correctly typed words (including spaces), divided by 5 and normalised to 60 seconds.
raw wpm - calculated just like wpm, but also includes incorrect words.
acc - percentage of correctly pressed keys.
char - correct characters / incorrect characters. Calculated after the test has ended.
consistency - based on the variance of your raw wpm. Closer to 100% is better. Calculated using the coefficient of variation of raw wpm and mapped onto a scale from 0 to 100.
After completing a test you will be able to see your wpm, raw wpm, accuracy, character stats, test length, leaderboards info and test info (you can hover over some values to get floating point numbers). You can also see a graph of your wpm and raw over the duration of the test. Remember that the wpm line is a global average, while the raw wpm line is a local, momentary value (meaning if you stop, the value is 0).
If you encounter a bug, or have a feature request - please email us.
If you encounter a bug, have a feature request or just want to say hi - here are the different ways you can contact me directly.
Login/Signup is disabled or the server is down/under maintenance.
| wpm | raw | accuracy | consistency | chars | mode | info | tags | date |
|---|
0s
Sticking gives you a full typing test experience with a wide range of modes. You can choose timed tests from 15 to 120 seconds, word count tests from 10 to 100 words, quote tests in different lengths, or a calm zen mode for endless practice. There are dedicated punctuation and numbers modes so you can train your full keyboard skills, not just letter keys.
Follow your progress with detailed typing analytics. Track your WPM, accuracy, consistency, and individual character performance. Each test includes a clear breakdown with real-time speed graphs and results that show where you improved and where you slowed down. Review your personal bests, daily stats, and long-term data to see how your typing habits change over time.
Compete with other typists around the world on global leaderboards. Compare your typing speed across different modes, languages, and time intervals. Earn badges for hitting new milestones and follow your rank as it moves up or down. Daily, weekly, and all-time leaderboards keep the competition active and give you something to aim for.
Practice typing in more than 50 languages. Each language includes its own word lists, built from common vocabulary and extended dictionaries for deeper training. Whether you are learning a new language or typing in your native one, you can switch modes instantly and practice with material that fits the language you choose.
Choose from over 200 themes to create a typing setup that feels right for you. Adjust colors, fonts, caret styles, sound effects, and other visual options. Set up a layout that helps you stay focused and comfortable during longer practice sessions.
Create a free account to save your progress across all your devices. Your statistics, records, and settings sync automatically in the cloud. Log in from any device and pick up right where you left off. Join groups, follow friends, and share achievements with the community.
Improve your touch typing with focused training tools. Practice problem keys, target your most common mistakes, and train your rhythm with consistency exercises. Sticking identifies patterns in your errors and generates custom practice sessions. Build muscle memory, strengthen weak keys, and work toward faster and more accurate typing.
Sticking works smoothly on desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and mobile phones. The layout adjusts to any screen size and keeps all features available. You can practice anywhere while your stats and settings stay synced.
Keep practice interesting with a variety of special modes. Try mirrored text, upside-down text, falling letters, memory mode, or strict mode without backspace. Seasonal events and rotating challenges add variety and keep the experience fresh.
Learn proper typing technique with clear guides and resources. Explore lessons on touch typing fundamentals, speed training, accuracy improvement, and different keyboard layouts such as QWERTY, Dvorak, and Colemak. Get practical advice from experienced typists and understand the methods behind faster and more consistent typing.
| name | blocked on |
|---|
Something went wrong
| user | date |
|---|
Something went wrong
| name | friends for | level | tests | time typing | streak | time 15 pb | time 60 pb |
|---|
Something went wrong
| # | name | wpm accuracy | raw consistency | wpm | accuracy | raw | consistency | date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| # | name | xp gained | time typed | xp gained time typed | last activity | ||||
| Loading rankings… | |||||||||
Sticking tracks the fastest typists across multiple modes. Rankings are updated in real time as new test results are submitted. You must be signed in to appear on any leaderboard.
The all-time leaderboard ranks every registered user by their single best score on a standard English test. Only the highest WPM result per user is counted, so the ranking reflects peak performance rather than recent activity. There is no expiry — a record set years ago stays on the board until someone beats it.
Scores are shown with WPM, accuracy, raw WPM, and consistency. You can filter the board to show only friends, and switch between 15-second and 60-second test modes using the buttons on the right.
The weekly XP leaderboard resets every Monday at midnight UTC. It ranks users by the total experience points they have earned during the current week, rewarding consistent daily practice over raw speed. XP is awarded for every completed test, with bonuses for longer tests and higher accuracy.
This board also shows total time typed during the week, giving context to each player's XP total. The countdown timer at the top of the page shows how long until the next reset.
Each day a new challenge text is published for all users to type. The daily leaderboard ranks everyone who has completed that day's challenge by their best score. Rankings reset at midnight UTC. You can also view yesterday's results using the "show yesterday" toggle.
Visit the daily challenge page to take part and see today's prompt.
Signed-in users can switch any leaderboard to "friends only" mode, which filters the table to show only people you follow. This makes it easy to track your progress relative to your network rather than the global competition.
All scores are validated server-side using a multi-layer anti-cheat system that checks WPM caps, keystroke timing, consistency patterns, and chart data. Results that fail validation are not recorded and cannot appear on any leaderboard.
One shared typing test for everyone today. Same words, same order — see how you stack up against the world. Resets at midnight UTC.
| # | name | wpm | acc | raw |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading today's results… | ||||
| # | name | wpm | acc | raw |
|---|
Our free word counter tool helps you quickly count the number of words and characters in any text. Whether you're writing an essay, blog post, social media update, or any other content, this tool gives you instant feedback on your text length.
The tool counts words by splitting your text on whitespace and provides both total character count and character count without spaces, which is useful for platforms with strict character limits.
Words are counted by splitting the text on whitespace (spaces, tabs, and newlines). Each group of non-whitespace characters is counted as one word.
"Characters" counts every single character in your text, including spaces. "Characters without spaces" excludes all space characters, giving you a count of only letters, numbers, and punctuation.
No, there's no limit. You can paste as much text as you need and the counter will handle it instantly.
No, all processing is done locally in your browser. Your text is never sent to any server or stored anywhere.
Tap the input below to open your keyboard and start typing
Our free keyboard test tool allows you to check if all the keys on your keyboard are functioning properly. Simply press any key on your physical keyboard and watch it highlight on the virtual keyboard display. This is useful for diagnosing keyboard issues, testing new keyboards, or verifying that all keys register correctly.
The tool tracks which keys you've pressed and shows them with a different color, so you can easily see which keys you haven't tested yet. Keys currently being pressed are highlighted brightly, while previously tested keys show a subtle indicator.
If a key doesn't highlight when pressed, it might be malfunctioning. Try pressing it multiple times. If it still doesn't register, the key may need cleaning or the keyboard may need repair.
Some keys like F5 (refresh) or Ctrl combinations are captured by the browser. The test tries to prevent most defaults, but some system shortcuts may still activate.
A "pressed" key (bright highlight) is currently being held down. A "tested" key (subtle highlight) has been pressed at least once but is not currently held. This helps you track which keys you've already tested.
This tool displays a standard US QWERTY layout. While keys will still register correctly for other layouts, the displayed labels may not match your physical keyboard.
No, all testing is done locally in your browser. No keystrokes are recorded, saved, or sent to any server.
As you type, Sticking learns which keys slow you down or trip you up. This dashboard turns that data into a simple loop: see where every key stands, check whether your focus keys are heading the right way, and jump straight into the drill that helps most right now.
Complete a few typing tests and your plan will adapt to your results.
about 1 minpick any key to start a drill for it — mastered keys take an optional refresher
Progress updates every time you finish a test. For your complete result history and charts, visit your account page . Progress is stored on this device and updates every time you finish a test. Sign in to also keep total practice time and full result history.
Touch typing is the ability to type without looking at the keyboard. Instead of "hunt-and-peck" typing where you search for each key, touch typing uses muscle memory to locate keys by feel. Your fingers learn their positions and move automatically to the right keys.
Good posture prevents strain and helps you type more efficiently:
The home row is where your fingers rest between keystrokes. This is the foundation of touch typing. Place your fingers on these keys:
Tip: The F and J keys have small raised bumps to help you find home row without looking.
Each finger is responsible for specific keys. This color-coded diagram shows which finger presses which keys:
Focus on hitting the right keys first. Speed comes naturally with muscle memory. Rushing leads to bad habits.
Train your muscle memory by keeping your eyes on the screen. It feels slow at first, but it's essential for improvement.
Consistent, steady keystrokes improve flow and reduce errors. Try to keep an even tempo while typing.
After each keystroke, return your fingers to the home row position. This keeps you oriented without looking.
When you complete a typing test , you'll see several metrics. Here's what they mean:
The standard measure of typing speed. One "word" is defined as 5 characters. This accounts for errors.
The percentage of characters you typed correctly. Higher accuracy means fewer mistakes.
Your typing speed without error penalties. This shows your potential speed if you can improve accuracy.
How steady your typing speed is throughout the test. Lower variance means more consistent performance.
Typing for long periods can strain your body. Follow these guidelines to stay healthy:
With daily practice of 15-30 minutes, most people can learn the basics in 2-4 weeks. Reaching proficiency (60+ WPM) typically takes 1-3 months of consistent practice.
The average typing speed is around 40 WPM. For professional work, 60-80 WPM is considered good. Professional typists often exceed 100 WPM.
Any keyboard works for learning touch typing. However, many find mechanical keyboards more comfortable due to the tactile feedback. The key is consistency—practice on the same keyboard you use daily.
Yes! It's never too late to learn. While children may pick it up faster, adults successfully learn touch typing every day. Patience and consistent practice are what matter most.
Yes, it's worth relearning with proper technique. While you may be temporarily slower, touch typing will eventually be much faster and less tiring. Many hunt-and-peck typists plateau around 30-40 WPM, while touch typists can easily reach 60-100+ WPM.
Try these techniques: cover your keyboard with a cloth, use a keyboard without printed letters, or place a piece of paper over your hands while typing. You can also use our keyboard test to practice without looking. The key is forcing yourself to rely on muscle memory.
WPM (Words Per Minute) measures typing speed using standardized 5-character words. CPM (Characters Per Minute) counts individual characters. To convert: WPM = CPM ÷ 5. For example, 300 CPM equals 60 WPM. Most typing tests use WPM as the standard measure.
Always prioritize accuracy over speed. Aim for 95%+ accuracy before trying to increase your WPM. Speed naturally develops with muscle memory, but bad habits from rushing are difficult to correct later. Slow, accurate typing builds the foundation for fast, accurate typing.
Absolutely! When transitioning from hunt-and-peck to touch typing, you'll likely be slower for the first few weeks. This is completely normal. Your brain is building new neural pathways and muscle memory. Stick with it—most people surpass their old speed within 2-4 weeks.
Daily practice of 15-30 minutes is more effective than occasional long sessions. Consistency builds muscle memory faster than intensity. Try to practice at the same time each day to build a habit. Even 10 minutes daily will show noticeable improvement within weeks.
Welcome to the Sticking blog, your go-to resource for everything typing. We publish in-depth guides, tips, and insights to help typists of all skill levels improve their speed and accuracy. Whether you're just learning touch typing or looking to break through a speed plateau, you'll find practical advice backed by real typing experience.
Explore articles on typing speed improvement techniques, proper keyboard ergonomics, mechanical keyboard reviews, coding-specific typing tips, and the latest developments in typing education. New content is added regularly to keep you informed and motivated on your typing journey.
Feel free to send an email to contact@sticking.com . For business inquiries, email business@sticking.com .
Please do not send requests to delete account, update email, update name or clear personal bests - you can do that in the settings page.
Have a question about the site? Send us an email at contact@sticking.com .
Have ideas to improve the experience? We'd love to hear from you at contact@sticking.com .
Found something broken? Please report it to support@sticking.com .
For partnership or collaboration inquiries, reach out to business@sticking.com .
Race other typists in real time on the same passage. First to finish clean wins.
Fill empty slots with AI opponents, or start whenever you're ready. The race begins automatically once every slot is full.
Waiting for the host to start the race…
Click here and start typing when the race begins.
A multiplayer typing race is a real-time speed contest where two or more people type the exact same passage at the same time. As you type, your words-per-minute (WPM) and accuracy update live, and a progress track shows how far every racer has made it through the text. The goal is simple: finish the passage first without piling up mistakes.
Racing is one of the most effective and enjoyable ways to improve your typing speed. Competing against real opponents pushes you to type faster than you would alone, while the shared passage keeps things fair so the fastest, most accurate typist genuinely wins.
No. You can jump into a quick match or join a room as a guest. Signing in lets you keep your name and track your typing stats over time.
Create a private room and you'll get a unique room code. Anyone with that code (or the invite link) can join, so it's perfect for racing friends, classmates, or coworkers.
You won't be left waiting. If no other typists are available, practice bots join the race so you always have someone to compete against.
The first racer to finish the passage wins, with words-per-minute and accuracy used to rank everyone in the final standings.
Yes. Multiplayer typing races are completely free, with no downloads or installs — everything runs right in your browser.