Typing Accuracy Calculator
Enter your total keystrokes and the number of errors to instantly calculate your typing accuracy percentage — and see what it means.
The Formula
Accuracy % = ((total − errors) ÷ total) × 100
Enter your keystrokes and errors above to calculate accuracy instantly.
What Does Your Accuracy Mean?
| Accuracy | Level |
|---|---|
| 98%+ | Professional |
| 95–98% | Excellent |
| 90–95% | Good |
| 80–90% | Needs Work |
| < 80% | Needs Significant Work |
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Start a free typing test →Frequently asked questions
How is typing accuracy calculated?
Accuracy = (correct characters ÷ total characters typed) × 100. Typing 500 characters with 15 mistakes gives (485 ÷ 500) × 100 = 97% accuracy.
What is a good typing accuracy?
95% or higher is the usual target; 98%+ is excellent. Below 92% the time spent correcting mistakes usually cancels out any extra speed.
Should I practise accuracy or speed first?
Accuracy. Speed follows once correct movements are automatic, and errors you rehearse become habits. Slow down until you reach 95%+, then push speed.
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