33 → 19WPM
Typing what you think is about 40% slower than copying the same text.
Karat et al., 1999Three typing modes · Free to start
Practise typing
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Learn to type what you hear, what you think and what you remember. That’s what you need to do in real life.
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Dictation.Type dictated text
Listen to a dictated text and type it. The audio adjusts to your speed.
Great for
- Meeting notes
- Phone calls
- Conferences
Compose.Write an answer
Answer an email, a message or a letter in your own words.
Great for
- Creative writing
- Everyday emails
- Messengers
Retell.Type what you remember
Read a text, then retell what you remember in your own words.
Great for
- Study notes
- Summaries and reports
- Exam answers
The science
Copying text isn’t how you type at work
Most trainers measure copying. Research shows real typing is a different, harder task.
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Copy-typists read ahead. Real writing gives you no preview to read.
Salthouse, 19862loops
Copying leaves the language loop idle. Typing what you hear keeps it working.
Logan & Crump, 2011Harderis better
Practice that feels harder leads to better retention and transfer.
Bjork & Bjork, 2011Pricing
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