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Reading Time Calculator

Estimate reading duration from your text and a reading speed you choose.

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Input workspace

Runs on your device

OUTPUT WORKSPACE

Your result

Let’s calculate.

Use the Calculate button to see your result.

Your content is processed locally.

How to use this tool

  1. Enter text, words per minute.
  2. Select Update result to view the result.
  3. Check the method and assumptions below before using the result.

The method, explained

Estimated minutes = whitespace-separated word count ÷ words per minute. Display seconds rounded up so a nonempty passage is not shown as zero seconds.

A WORKED EXAMPLE

A 600-word article at 200 words per minute takes approximately 3 minutes.

What to keep in mind

Reading speed varies by person, subject and purpose. Whitespace word counting is unsuitable for languages without spaces; images and tables add unmodeled time.

Common questions

Is 200 words per minute a measured average for me?

No. It is an editable starting assumption. Use a pace appropriate to your audience and material.

Is my content uploaded?

No. This tool processes the text in your browser. Copy only the result you intend to share.

Methodology maintained by ClarityKit. How these tools are built and checked.