Reading Time
Estimate minutes from word count.
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Set a pace and see minutes and seconds. Default is 220 WPM, typical for English web prose.
How to use this tool
- Paste your text. Put the draft or list into the field at the top of this page. Nothing is uploaded.
- Adjust the options. Pick the mode or flags you need. Results update in this tab.
- Copy the result. Use Copy when the output looks right. Refreshing the page clears the text.
Paces
Slow study sits near 150 WPM. Skimming can exceed 300. Technical docs often need the slower setting.
Frequently asked
Does punctuation change the time?
Only through word count. Punctuation is not a separate penalty.
Are images counted?
No. This is text-only.
Can I set a custom WPM?
Yes. Any integer from 50 to 600.
Is this the same as the word counter?
The word counter includes a default estimate. This page lets you change pace.
What about other languages?
WPM is a rough model. Adjust the pace for the language you are timing.