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About the Kids typing test

The kids typing test uses short, familiar words — cat, sun, tree, jump — shown in large, clear letters. Children have one minute to type as many as they can.

It is designed to be encouraging rather than strict: a gentle way for young typists to see their progress and want to try again.

Tips for a better score

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    Sit up tall with both hands on the keyboard.

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    It is fine to go slowly — getting the letters right matters most.

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    Try again tomorrow and see if you can beat your score.

Kids typing test FAQ

How long is the Kids typing test?
It runs for 1 minute. The clock starts on your first keystroke and the test stops automatically at zero.
How are WPM and accuracy calculated?
Net WPM counts only correctly typed characters, divided by five (the standard word length) and by the minutes elapsed. Raw WPM counts everything you typed. Accuracy is the share of your keystrokes that were correct.
What happens when I make a mistake?
Nothing stops — wrong characters turn red and you can keep typing. Press Backspace to go back and fix them. Uncorrected errors lower your net WPM, and every slip counts against accuracy.
Is this typing test free?
Yes. Every test on ProTypingGames is free, needs no account, and runs in your browser. Your best score is saved on your own device.