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GWAM (Gross Words a Minute) Typing Calculator
Calculate gross words a minute (GWAM) and net typing speed from character count, time and errors.
Gross words a minute (GWAM)
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Net words per minute
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About the GWAM (Gross Words a Minute) Typing Calculator
Typing tests traditionally count every 5 characters (including spaces) as one "word" for consistency, then measure gross speed before subtracting a penalty for errors to get net speed.
Formula: GWAM = (Total Characters ÷ 5) ÷ Time (minutes); Net WPM = GWAM − (Errors ÷ Time (minutes))
Net WPM is the figure most typing certifications and employers care about, since it reflects accuracy as well as raw speed.
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