Metrics TermPronounced: C-P-M
CPM (Characters Per Minute)
The total number of individual letters, symbols, and spaces typed in one minute.
Detailed Explanation
Characters Per Minute measures the raw keystroke count without dividing into 5-character word units. Since 5 characters equal 1 standardized word, multiplying your WPM by 5 gives your CPM. Practice individual characters on our Letter Typing Practice page.
💡 Simple Kid-Friendly Example
"A typing speed of 25 WPM is equal to 125 Characters Per Minute (CPM)."
Why It Matters for Kids
CPM is used worldwide and helps measure raw finger speed on short words and single-letter arcade drills.
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