What is a Typing Test Certificate?

It’s a dated result that summarizes your net WPM (from correct characters only), accuracy %, test duration, and test mode (e.g., Common, Quotes, Numbers, Code). On typingtest.me, you can export it as a PNG or PDF.

Employers and schools request certificates to standardize skills across candidates. A good certificate typically includes your name, date/time, net WPM, accuracy, duration, and passage type. You can optionally include a simple run ID for your own records. Note that this is a self-generated, non-proctored document unless the testing provider states otherwise.

Where Can You Get One? (Options Compared)

How to Generate a Typing Certificate on typingtest.me

1. Open typingtest.me → choose a duration (1–5 min) and a mode (Common, Quotes, Numbers, Code, or Custom).
2. Run one warm‑up (optional), then do your official attempt aiming for ≥96–98% accuracy.
3. Finish and review your WPM, accuracy, WPM chart, and error heat map.
4. Click “Get Certificate” → (optional) add your name → download PNG/PDF.
5. Attach it to applications/emails or upload it with online forms.

Note: This certificate is not proctored and has no external verification link. If your employer requires verification or proctoring, ask which provider to use.

What Scores Do Employers Expect?

• Admin/Support: 45–65 WPM @ ≥96–98% accuracy
• Data Entry (10‑key): 8,000–10,000 KPH @ ≥98% accuracy
• Transcription: 60–80 WPM @ ≥96%
• Medical/Legal: 65–85 WPM @ ≥97%
• Developer/Coding: 40–60 “coding WPM” @ ≥96%

Hi [Name], to prepare effectively, could you confirm: test duration, required accuracy, whether punctuation and 10-key are included, and if backspace is allowed? Also, is it one passage or multiple snippets? Thanks!

Make Your Certificate “Pass” (Quality Checklist)

• Use net WPM from correct characters only.
• Match the employer’s duration (often 1–3 minutes).
• Keep accuracy at ≥96–98%.
• Add your name if allowed.
• If they need 10‑key, include a numbers run.
• If they need verification/proctoring, ask which provider to use.

Fast Prep Before You Generate (10‑Minute Plan)

1. Two × 60s warm‑ups at 90–95% of your typical speed.
2. One × punctuation or numbers drill (based on the role).
3. One × official attempt — steady, not frantic.

How to Share the Certificate (Resume, LinkedIn, Email)

Add a concise line to your resume and profiles:

Typing: 65 WPM @ 98% accuracy (typingtest.me, Sep 2025)

• LinkedIn Featured: upload the PNG/PDF.
• Licenses & Certifications: Issuer “typingtest.me” (self-generated).
• Email: Attach the PDF and add context (role, date, duration).

If Your Employer Wants Proctoring

• Ask whether they require a live or recorded proctor.
• Use the employer’s platform or a specified vendor if required.
• Bring your typingtest.me certificate as pre‑screen evidence of skills.

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