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About this tool
Use the live counter for essays, articles, captions and application forms. Statistics update as you type or paste text.
How to use it
- Type or paste text.
- Review the live word, character and paragraph counts.
- Copy or clear the text when finished.
How text is counted
Words are separated by whitespace. Sentences are estimated from full stops, question marks and exclamation marks. Reading time assumes about 225 words per minute.
Worked example
Good to know
Sentence count and reading time are estimates. Abbreviations, headings and writing complexity can affect the real result.
Need more explanation or examples?
Improve formatting after checking your word count →Frequently asked questions
Are spaces included in the character count?
Yes. A separate character count without spaces is also shown.
Are blank paragraphs counted?
No.
Is there a fixed text limit?
No fixed limit is imposed, but very large text depends on browser and device memory.
Tool logic and explanatory wording reviewed on July 19, 2026.