Title case and text case converter
Switch text between UPPERCASE, lowercase, Title Case, camelCase, snake_case and more.
What does the word counter do?
This online word counter updates as you type or paste. It shows words, characters with and without spaces, sentences, paragraphs and an estimated reading time, so you can check essays, posts and descriptions against a limit before you submit them.
How to use the word counter
- Type or paste your text into the box.
- Read the live counts above the editor. They update with every keystroke.
- Use the reading-time estimate to judge the length of articles and talks.
- Clear the box when you are done. Nothing is saved.
Your privacy
Your text is counted in your browser and never leaves your device. MyToolsLab does not store, read or log anything you paste here.
Frequently asked questions
How does the word counter count words?
A word is any run of letters or numbers. Hyphenated words such as “well-known”, contractions such as “it’s” and numbers such as “3.14” each count as one word, which matches how most word processors count.
Does the character counter include spaces?
It shows both. “Characters” counts everything, including spaces and line breaks; “Characters (no spaces)” ignores all whitespace. Platforms with character limits, such as SMS or social networks, usually count spaces too.
How do you convert words to minutes of reading time?
Divide the word count by an average reading speed. This tool uses 225 words per minute, so 1,000 words is about 4 minutes 27 seconds. Real speed varies with the reader and the text, so treat it as a guide.
Is there a limit on how much text I can paste?
There is no fixed limit. Very long documents depend on your device’s memory, but they usually count in well under a second.