Word & Character Counter

Count words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, reading time, and speaking time in real time.

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How to Use Word & Character Counter

  1. Paste or type text into the large editor.
  2. Live statistics update instantly for words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time.
  3. Use the one-click copy or clear buttons as needed.

Technical Specifications & Formula

Words = RegEx matching non-whitespace sequences `\S+`; Average reading speed computed at 200 words per minute; Speaking speed at 130 words per minute.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are spaces counted as characters?

We display both "Characters with spaces" and "Characters without spaces" side by side.

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