How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is calculated based on the standard average reading speed of 200 words per minute (WPM).
How to Use Word & Character Counter
Step 1: Paste or Type Text
Enter or paste your article, essay, or copy into the editor.
Step 2: Review Live Metrics
Statistics update instantly as you type with zero delay.
Step 3: Inspect Limits
Check progress against Twitter/X (280 chars), Google Meta (160 chars), and Instagram limits.
Key Features & Capabilities
- Words, characters, characters (no spaces), sentences, and paragraph counts
- Estimated reading time (200 wpm) and speaking time (130 wpm)
- Social media character limit trackers (Twitter, Meta description, LinkedIn)
Specifications & Limits
- Supported Formats: .txt, .md
- Max File Size: 5 MB
- Batch Processing: Single Item
- Free Tier Limit: Unlimited real-time text analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this counter count spaces as characters?
The tool reports both total characters (with spaces) and pure character count (excluding all whitespace).
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