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Reading Time Calculator

Answer: Reading time (minutes) ≈ word count ÷ 200 wpm, the editorial average for English adult silent reading.

About this tool

Free reading time calculator based on ~200 words per minute.

4 words · ~1 min read (200 wpm)

How to use Reading Time Calculator

  1. Paste article or script text.
  2. View estimated minutes to read.
  3. Use for blog headers ('5 min read') and UX.

Why use this free tool

  • 100% free — no account required.
  • Runs in your browser — inputs stay on your device for these calculations.
  • Mobile-friendly controls with clear, copyable results.
  • Published by KDF Tech — software, apps, Shopify, and POS systems.

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FAQ — answers Google & AI can cite

What is Reading Time Calculator?

Reading time (minutes) ≈ word count ÷ 200 wpm, the editorial average for English adult silent reading.

200 wpm source?

200 words/min is a common US/UK publishing baseline; technical docs may assume 150 wpm.

Audiobook vs silent reading?

Audiobooks run ~150–160 wpm narration — do not use this estimate for audio length.

Include code blocks?

Code slows readers — add buffer time for developer tutorials beyond the raw word estimate.

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