🚀 Quick Start Guide
Get started with Typewho in just a few simple steps:
1
Choose Your Settings
Select your preferred test duration (1, 3, or 5 minutes), difficulty level (Easy, Medium, Hard),
and text category (General, Technology, Literature, Business) from the dropdown menus.
2
Start the Test
Click the "Start Test" button or use Ctrl/Cmd + Enter. The timer will begin when you start typing,
and you'll see real-time feedback on your WPM, accuracy, and errors.
3
Type with Feedback
Correct characters will glow green, incorrect ones will turn red. You must fix errors before continuing.
Your WPM and accuracy are calculated in real-time as you type.
4
Track Your Progress
After completing the test, view your statistics, set daily goals, and track your improvement over time.
Earn achievements for reaching milestones and maintaining streaks.
⌨️ Touch Typing Fundamentals
💡 Pro Tip
Focus on accuracy first, speed will come naturally with practice. It's better to type slowly and correctly than quickly with many errors.
Home Row Position
The foundation of touch typing is the home row position. Your fingers should rest on these keys:
Q
W
E
R
T
Y
U
I
O
P
A
S
D
F
G
H
J
K
L
;
Shift
Z
X
C
V
B
N
M
Shift
Space
Left Hand Fingers
- • Pinky: A, Q, Z
- • Ring: S, W, X
- • Middle: D, E, C
- • Index: F, R, T, G, V, B
Right Hand Fingers
- • Index: H, Y, U, J, N, M
- • Middle: K, I, ,
- • Ring: L, O, .
- • Pinky: ;, P, /
🎯 Feature Guide
Real-time Feedback
- • Green highlighting - Correct characters
- • Red highlighting - Incorrect characters
- • Blue highlighting - Current position
- • Live WPM - Words per minute calculation
- • Accuracy percentage - Real-time accuracy
3D Orb Tool
- • Hover - Pink blush effect
- • Click - Access quick settings
- • Sound toggle - Enable/disable audio
- • Custom text - Add personal practice material
- • Statistics - Quick access to performance data
Daily Goals
- • WPM targets - Set daily speed goals
- • Streak tracking - Monitor consecutive days
- • Progress visualization - See improvement trends
- • Achievement badges - Unlock milestones
- • Encouragement system - Motivational feedback
Statistics & Analytics
- • WPM trends - Historical speed data
- • Accuracy analysis - Error pattern identification
- • Performance charts - Visual progress tracking
- • Export data - Download CSV reports
- • Comparison tools - Week-over-week analysis
⌨️ Keyboard Shortcuts
Test Control
Start Test
Ctrl/Cmd + Enter
Pause Test
Escape
Reset Test
Ctrl/Cmd + R
Navigation
Focus Typing Area
Tab
Next Field
Tab
Previous Field
Shift + Tab
💡 Expert Typing Tips
1. Proper Posture
Sit up straight with your feet flat on the floor. Keep your wrists straight and elevated, not resting on the desk. Your elbows should be at a 90-degree angle.
Avoid: Hunching over, resting wrists on the desk, or typing with straight arms.
2. Finger Placement
Always return to the home row position after each keystroke. Use the raised bumps on F and J keys to orient your fingers without looking.
3. Rhythm and Flow
Develop a steady typing rhythm. Avoid rushing individual keystrokes. Think in words or phrases rather than individual letters.
4. Practice Strategy
- • Practice daily for 15-30 minutes rather than long, infrequent sessions
- • Focus on accuracy before speed - speed will come naturally
- • Use a variety of texts to practice different word patterns
- • Review and practice common words and letter combinations
- • Take breaks to prevent fatigue and maintain focus
5. Common Mistakes to Avoid
- • Looking at the keyboard while typing
- • Using the wrong fingers for keys
- • Rushing and making careless errors
- • Ignoring proper finger placement
- • Practicing with poor posture
🔧 Troubleshooting
Test won't start or timer doesn't begin
Make sure you've clicked in the typing area and started typing. The timer begins when you type the first character.
If using keyboard shortcuts, ensure the typing area has focus. Try refreshing the page if issues persist.
Sound effects not working
Check that sound effects are enabled in settings. Some browsers require user interaction before playing audio.
Try clicking anywhere on the page first, then start typing. Also check your system volume and browser permissions.
Statistics not saving or progress lost
Statistics are saved in your browser's local storage. Ensure cookies and local storage are enabled.
Using private/incognito mode or clearing browser data will remove your progress. Consider exporting your data regularly.
3D orb tool not responding
The orb tool requires JavaScript to be enabled. Try refreshing the page or clearing your browser cache.
If the issue persists, check your browser's developer console for any error messages.
Performance issues or lag
Try disabling animations in settings, close other browser tabs, or use a different browser.
The application works best on modern browsers with good JavaScript performance. Ensure your device meets minimum requirements.