| Meaning | Words per minute | 
|---|---|
| Type | Acronym | 
| Usage | General (not just online) | 
| Comments | WPM is the standard unit of measurement used to measure typing speed. A WPM of 60 or more is considered fast. Typically, WPM speeds are much lower on portable devices, such as smartphones and tablets, than on traditional PCs. | 
| Example | "I have been typing so many papers, I think my WPM is now over 70!" | 
| Updated | April 1, 2013 | 
