Use this 5-minute typing test when you want a longer, steadier measure of typing speed and accuracy. Short tests are useful for quick practice, but a 5-minute test gives a better picture of rhythm, focus, and consistency over time.
5 Minute Typing Test
Type the passage below as accurately as you can. The test starts when you begin typing.
0WPM
0CPM
100%Accuracy
0Mistakes
05:00Time
Typing passage
Tip: focus on accuracy first. Speed improves naturally with practice.
Ready. Start typing when you are prepared.
When to use this test
- Choose it when a one-minute test feels too short.
- Use it to practise staying accurate after the first burst of speed.
- Repeat it weekly to compare progress under similar conditions.
How to read your result
Your WPM is useful, but accuracy matters just as much. A slightly slower score with fewer mistakes is often better practice than a faster score with many corrections.