Calculation Results
Readability Analysis
Calculation History
| Date | Words | Mode | Speed | Total time | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No saved calculations yet. | |||||
Formula Used
Adjusted Time = Mode Time + Media Time + Pause Time + Percentage Adjustments
The calculator first cleans the submitted text. It then counts words, sentences, paragraphs, and syllables. Selected allowances are added before the final time appears.
How to Use
- Paste text into the large input field.
- Select a reader type and reading speed.
- Choose silent, spoken, presentation, proofreading, or skimming mode.
- Adjust text processing and media allowances.
- Press calculate or enable live calculations.
- Copy, print, or download the completed report.
Start with a preset matching your expected reader. Add media time only when readers must inspect visuals. Review readability scores before publishing content for wider audiences.
Reading Speed Examples
| Word count | 200 WPM | 250 WPM | 300 WPM |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | 2 min 30 sec | 2 min | 1 min 40 sec |
| 1,000 | 5 min | 4 min | 3 min 20 sec |
| 1,500 | 7 min 30 sec | 6 min | 5 min |
| 2,000 | 10 min | 8 min | 6 min 40 sec |
Frequently Asked Questions
What reading speed should I choose?
Choose 200 to 250 WPM for general reading. Use slower speeds for technical or unfamiliar material. Faster presets suit skimming and confident experienced readers best.
How is speaking time calculated?
Speaking time uses the separate speaking-speed field. Many presentations require slower delivery and deliberate pauses. Adjust that speed to match your delivery style.
What does the difficulty adjustment change?
The adjustment changes the selected mode’s base time. Positive values allow more time for complex content. Negative values reduce time for easier familiar material.
Are readability scores exact?
Readability scores are useful estimates, not final judgements. Syllable counting uses a practical language-based approximation. Review specialist terminology and audience knowledge separately before publishing.
Can the calculator ignore HTML?
Yes, HTML tags can be removed before counting. Visible words remain available for reading-time analysis. Disable this option when tag text must count.
How are hyphenated words counted?
You can count hyphenated terms as one word. Another option separates each joined part before counting. Choose the method matching your editorial rules best.
Why add time for images and charts?
Visual content often requires separate inspection time. Add allowances when comprehension depends on supporting visuals. This produces more realistic completion estimates for readers.
Where is calculation history stored?
History is stored inside your current browser. It remains locally available until browser data clears. The server does not receive stored history entries.
Is pasted text stored?
The page processes submitted text for the calculation. This file includes no database storage routine. Add server safeguards before handling confidential content publicly.