Reading Time Calculator
Calculate how long your text takes to read at slow, average, and fast speeds, so you can set expectations before publishing an article. Useful for a blog byline.
How to use
- Paste your text into the box.
- Set the reading speed to match your audience.
- Read the time at each speed.
A reading time calculator divides the word count by a reading speed. Average adult silent reading runs near 200 words per minute, but technical and dense writing is read more slowly, so the tool reports a range rather than a single number.
Output
Paste or type something above.
Questions about reading time calculator
- What reading speed should I use?
- About 200 words per minute for general writing, closer to 100 for dense or technical material.
- Does it count headings and the title?
- Everything in the box is counted, including headings, so paste only what a reader will actually read.
- Why is reading time a rough estimate?
- Speed varies with the reader, the subject, and the reading environment, so treat it as a guide rather than a promise.
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