Metrics Term
Keystroke
A single press and release of any button on the keyboard.
Detailed Explanation
Every time a key is pressed down and registers on screen, it counts as one keystroke. Standard typing metrics calculate 5 keystrokes as 1 word.
💡 Simple Kid-Friendly Example
"Typing the word "CAT" takes 3 keystrokes (C, A, T)."
Why It Matters for Kids
Keystrokes are the building blocks of all typing tests and speed records.
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WPM (Words Per Minute)
The standard measurement of how many words a person can type in sixty seconds.
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CPM (Characters Per Minute)
The total number of individual letters, symbols, and spaces typed in one minute.
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Typing Accuracy
The percentage of correctly typed keystrokes compared to the total number of keystrokes pressed.