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Reading Time Calculator online tool showing text input and reading time calculator results

Reading Time Calculator

Estimate how long a text takes to read silently or speak aloud.

Article or script

200 WPM is a common silent-reading average for English. Slow the rate for technical material; raise it for skimming.

Time estimate

Enter text and calculate to see reading time

How to Use the Reading Time Calculator in 5 Steps

  1. 1

    Enter or paste your text.

    Add the full article or document.

  2. 2

    Choose the supported reading-speed setting.

    Select the speed that fits your audience.

  3. 3

    Run the calculator.

    Process the text with the tool.

  4. 4

    Review the estimated reading time.

    Check the duration shown in the results.

  5. 5

    Adjust the interpretation if the content type or audience calls for a different assumption.

    Treat the result as an estimate, not an exact prediction.