Paste or type any text to instantly count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs and see reading & speaking time estimates.
Tip: paste an essay, article, or script - counts update live as you type.
1. Paste or type your draft in the editor.
2. Watch the live metrics: words, characters, characters without spaces, sentences, and paragraphs.
3. Use character counts for limits like SEO snippets or social posts, and word count for essays or scripts.
4. Use the time estimates to pace delivery. Reading time uses about 200 WPM and speaking time uses about 130 WPM.
Meta description length check
Write your description and keep characters near 155 to 160.
Result: better odds of full snippet display in search.
Five-minute speech draft
Target around 600 to 700 words to stay near a 5-minute delivery pace.
Result: fewer timing overruns during recording or live talks.
Application essay cap
Trim a 720-word draft down to a strict 650-word requirement.
Result: compliant submissions without cutting key points.
Use Ctrl+A to select all text in the box, then paste your new content to replace it instantly.