Reading Time Calculator
Estimate how long an average reader would take to read a piece of text, commonly shown to readers before they start an article or blog post.
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Based on an average reading speed of 200 words per minute.
About the Reading Time Calculator
A reading time calculator estimates how long an average reader would take to read a piece of text, commonly used to show readers an estimated time before they start an article.
How to use
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Paste your article or text into the input field.
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View the estimated reading time based on average reading speed.
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Adjust the words-per-minute setting if you want a faster or slower reader estimate.
Frequently asked questions
What reading speed does this use by default?
It defaults to roughly 200 to 250 words per minute, which is a commonly cited average adult silent reading speed.
Why would I show this on my blog?
Displaying an estimated reading time helps readers decide whether they have time to read an article right now, which can reduce bounce rate.
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