35 WPM Typing Test
Check you can hold 35 words per minute, the bar many entry-level office and clerical roles set.
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35 WPM is an entry-level typing speed, and it's the minimum some clerical and office jobs ask for. This three-minute test tells you whether you can sustain 35 words per minute with good accuracy, not just hit it for a few seconds.
- Duration
- 3 minutes
- Pass speed
- 35 WPM
- Min. accuracy
- 92%
- Scoring
- Net WPM
Is 35 WPM a good typing speed?
35 WPM is close to the average for adults who type regularly without formal training. It is enough for many roles where typing is occasional, and some entry-level office and retail back-office jobs set it as their bar.
For jobs where typing is a major part of the day, employers usually ask for 40 WPM or more, so treat 35 as a stepping stone.
How the test is scored
You pass with 35 net WPM and at least 92% accuracy over three minutes. Net WPM counts a word as five characters and subtracts uncorrected errors, so careless mistakes lower your score even if you type quickly.
Getting past 35 WPM
The fastest route is touch typing: keeping your fingers on the home row and not looking at the keys. Most people who are stuck around 30–35 WPM are still glancing down.
Practise 10–15 minutes a day. Once you pass this test consistently, move to the 40 WPM test.
35 WPM Typing Test: FAQ
Is 35 WPM good?
It's around average for an adult and fine for jobs with light typing. Many office jobs ask for 40 WPM or more.
What jobs accept 35 WPM?
Some entry-level clerical, reception and general office roles. Always check the job posting, since employers set their own requirements.
How long does it take to go from 35 to 40 WPM?
With daily touch typing practice, many people gain five WPM within a few weeks, though it depends on how much you practise.
What accuracy do I need?
This test requires 92% accuracy or higher, which is a typical expectation for a speed qualification.
Related typing tests
- 40 WPM Typing TestProve you can sustain 40 words per minute with solid accuracy.
- 1 Minute Typing TestA quick one-minute test to get your typing speed and accuracy in seconds.
- General Office Typing TestA well-rounded test using the kind of general documents typed in most office jobs.
- Employment Typing TestA standard employment-style typing assessment you can use to gauge job readiness.