What is the average typing speed on the keyboard? Who writes the fastest? How can your typing speed help you get a better job offer? You will get answers to all these questions and more in this infographic.
The fastest writing speed
The fastest typing speed ever recorded was 216 words per minute (wpm), set by Stella Pajunas in 1946 using an IBM electric typewriter. Currently the fastest English-speaking typist is Barbara Blackburn, who achieved a maximum typing speed of 212 wpm with a simplified Dvorak keyboard during a 2005 test.
The average wpm rate is only 41.4 words per minute. This is well below the speeds of the record holders, or even below the speeds needed to succeed in the working world. However, it is considered a good writing speed.
Who writes faster?
The average typing speed for boys is 44 words per minute. This is slightly faster than girls who are no less than 7 words per minute slower at 37 wpm. This seems a bit strange because statistics show that girls enjoy practicing their writing skills more than boys.
You can take oneonline writing testto test your skills at any time and find out if you are faster than the average typist.
Any typos?
The average accuracy of a typist is around 92%, which means they make 8 errors for every 100 words typed. The desired accuracy for professional typing positions is around 97% or higher.
Above average
Practice is the key factor in becoming a professional typist, or a typist with any significant skill. Let's repeat that to make sure it sinks in. Practice, practice, practice.Activity analysis has shown thisthat people who type faster than average tend to exercise 3 times longer than those who have average or below average wpm speeds.
When should you start learning?
Developed writing skills can help young people achieve better academic results at school or university, and get better job opportunities when they finish school. 65% of people who learn to type faster are under 24 years old. The main purpose of learning to type or improving touch typing after the age of 25 is to become more successful in your current job.
Motivation
Improving touch typing is a must for anyone under the age of 18, but everyone can benefit from spending some time practicing. Average typing speed is one of the most important skills on your resume. Spend a little more time practicing and get better results with Ratatype.
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