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Word Counter Guide

This guide shows how to count words, characters, sentences, lines, and reading time using a free online tool. RazTools runs locally in your browser — no upload.

When you need a word counter

  • You need to check essay or assignment length.
  • You want to count caption, blog, or article length.
  • You need a quick character count for forms or social posts.
  • You want an estimated reading time for articles or notes.

How to count words online

  1. Paste or type your text into the input box.
  2. Review the live counts for words, characters, sentences, lines, and reading time.
  3. Clear or replace the text as needed.

Example text

Fast online tools help you work faster.

Paste your text here to count words, characters, and lines.

What is included in the count?

  • Word count for essays, posts, and content drafts.
  • Character count for forms, titles, and social posts.
  • Character count without spaces for stricter limits.
  • Sentence count for readability and writing structure.
  • Line count for notes, logs, and copied documents.
  • Reading time for articles, emails, and blog drafts.

FAQ

Does RazTools upload my text?

No. The count runs locally in your browser.

What counts as a word?

Words are counted by splitting the text on spaces and line breaks.

How is reading time estimated?

Reading time is estimated from the total word count using a simple average reading speed.

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