Word & Character Counter
Count words and characters
How to Use
- 1Paste or type your text in the main text area
- 2View real-time statistics as you type
- 3Check word count, character count, and line count
- 4See reading time and speaking time estimates
- 5Use filters to exclude numbers or special characters
Features
Use Cases
- Meeting essay word count requirements
- Optimizing social media posts for character limits
- Preparing speeches with time constraints
- SEO content optimization
- Academic paper formatting
- Translation work billing
Tips
- Aim for 300-500 words for blog posts
- Twitter allows 280 characters per tweet
- Average reading speed is 200-250 words per minute
- Keep sentences under 20 words for better readability
- Optimal paragraph length is 3-5 sentences
Detailed Guide
The Word Counter tool is indispensable for writers, students, and content creators who need to meet specific length requirements. It provides comprehensive text statistics including word count, character count, reading time, and more. This tool is particularly valuable for SEO optimization, where content length and keyword density matter. Use it to ensure your content meets platform-specific requirements, whether it's a tweet, blog post, or academic essay.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is calculated based on an average reading speed of 225 words per minute, which is the standard for most adults.
What counts as a word?
Any sequence of characters separated by spaces or punctuation is counted as a word, including numbers and hyphenated words.
Can it analyze multiple languages?
Yes, the tool works with any language and correctly counts words in languages with different writing systems.