EVERYDAY TOOLS
Word & character counter
Check an assignment, application or email against your word limit. Your text stays in this tab.
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A quick overview
Add a word limit to check your progress.
Reading time assumes 200 words per minute. Paragraphs are separated by blank lines. Character counts include spaces and punctuation. Different submission systems may count words differently.
Quick guide Steps, example & tips
- Step 1
Paste or type your text.
- Step 2
Read the word and character counts as you edit.
- Step 3
Copy the final text or export it as a TXT file.
For a 150-word answer, shorten your draft here, then verify the count in the destination form.
What should I check?
Different forms can count punctuation and words differently. This tool measures length; it does not check facts or grammar.
Check the length of a draft while you edit
Use the counter for assignments, application answers, cover letters or everyday writing. Enter an optional word limit to see how the draft compares with the allowed length.
The tool also reports characters, paragraphs and an estimated reading time. Edit in the same workspace, clean spacing if needed, then copy the final text or download it.
Free to use. No sign-up required.
How to use this tool
- Paste or type your text and read the live word and character counts.
- Enter a word limit to see the amount remaining or over the limit.
- Clean extra spacing if needed, then copy or download the text.
A practical example
The text “Hello world! This is a test.” contains six words. With a limit of 10, four words remain. Paragraphs are separated by blank lines, so a line break alone need not create a second paragraph.
Before you finish
Different submission systems can count hyphens, symbols or languages differently. Check the destination’s own counter before submitting a strict-length answer.
Frequently asked questions
Do character counts include spaces?
Yes. The character count includes spaces and punctuation. Paragraphs are separated by blank lines.
Why can another website show a different word count?
Counting rules can differ for punctuation, symbols and word boundaries. Check the final count in the system where you submit the text.
How is reading time estimated?
The estimate assumes 200 words per minute. Reading speed depends on the reader, language and complexity of the text.