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Spacebar counter

The timer starts on your first press. On a phone, tap the box instead.

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How presses are counted

Each key press counts once. Holding the key makes your operating system send auto-repeat signals, which are ignored, so only real press-and-release strokes are recorded. During the test the spacebar is blocked from scrolling the page or pressing buttons.

Presses per second is your total divided by the time, and your fastest second is the one-second window in which you pressed the most.

When it is useful

  • Checking that a new keyboard registers every spacebar press
  • Making sure nothing binds after changing switches or stabilizers
  • Warming up before games that need fast tapping

Light presses that let go just before the key bottoms out are usually faster and easier on your hand than hammering it.

FAQ

What happens if I hold the key down?
Auto-repeat is ignored. A press only counts once you release and press again.
Can I use another key?
This test counts the spacebar only. To check that every key works, use the keyboard test.
The count is lower than my actual presses.
Your keyboard may be dropping inputs. Press slowly ten times; if the count does not match, the switch or connection may be at fault. For wireless keyboards, also check the battery and distance.