liminfoText Analyzer
Free web tool: Text Analyzer
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About Text Analyzer
The Text Analyzer is a free, real-time writing statistics tool that gives you a comprehensive breakdown of any block of text the moment you paste or type it. It calculates nine distinct metrics simultaneously: total character count, character count excluding spaces, word count, sentence count, paragraph count, average words per sentence, estimated reading time, estimated speaking time, and average word length — all updating live with every keystroke.
Writers, editors, bloggers, students, and content marketers use this tool to measure the readability and scope of their work. Knowing the average words per sentence helps identify overly complex prose; reading time estimates (based on 238 words per minute) help set expectations for blog posts and articles; speaking time estimates (based on 150 words per minute) are invaluable for preparing speeches, presentations, and podcast scripts.
Technically, the tool processes all text entirely within your browser using JavaScript. Words are counted by splitting on whitespace, sentences are detected by splitting on `.`, `!`, and `?` punctuation, and paragraphs are identified by double newlines. The reading speed of 238 wpm and speaking speed of 150 wpm are standard averages used in readability research. No text is ever sent to a server, ensuring complete privacy for sensitive documents.
Key Features
- Real-time analysis updating on every keystroke — no submit button needed
- Character count with and without spaces displayed side by side
- Word count based on whitespace-separated token splitting
- Sentence count detected via period, exclamation mark, and question mark boundaries
- Paragraph count based on double-newline separation
- Average words per sentence to gauge prose complexity and readability
- Estimated reading time calculated at 238 words per minute (standard adult reading speed)
- Estimated speaking time calculated at 150 words per minute (comfortable speaking pace)
Frequently Asked Questions
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is calculated by dividing the word count by 238 words per minute, which is the widely accepted average silent reading speed for adults. For example, a 1,190-word article yields a reading time of approximately 5 minutes. The result is shown to one decimal place.
How is speaking time calculated?
Speaking time is calculated by dividing the word count by 150 words per minute, which represents a comfortable, natural speaking pace. This is useful for timing presentations, speeches, and recorded audio scripts. A 750-word speech would take approximately 5 minutes to deliver.
How are sentences counted?
Sentences are identified by splitting the text on `.`, `!`, and `?` characters, then filtering out empty segments. This works well for standard English prose but may produce slightly higher counts for text that uses periods in abbreviations, decimal numbers, or web URLs.
How are paragraphs counted?
Paragraphs are counted by splitting the text on sequences of one or more blank lines (double newlines). Each non-empty block of text separated by blank lines counts as one paragraph. This matches the standard paragraph structure used in most word processors.
What does average words per sentence tell me?
Average words per sentence is a key readability indicator. Academic and technical writing typically averages 20–25 words per sentence, while clear and accessible writing aims for 15–20. Sentences averaging over 25 words are often harder to read and may benefit from being broken up.
What does average word length indicate?
Average word length is the total character count (excluding spaces) divided by the word count. Longer average word lengths often correlate with more complex or technical vocabulary. Plain-language writing typically has an average word length of 4–5 characters, while academic text may reach 6–7.
Can I use this for SEO content optimization?
Yes. SEO best practices suggest blog posts should be at least 300–500 words for basic coverage and 1,500–2,500 words for comprehensive ranking on competitive keywords. Reading time also matters — posts with a 7-minute reading time (about 1,600 words) often get the highest engagement on platforms like Medium.
Is my text saved or sent anywhere?
No. All analysis runs entirely within your web browser using JavaScript. Your text is never uploaded to any server, stored in a database, or transmitted over the network. The analysis is instant and completely private.