Writing Speed Challenge
Set a timer and write as fast as you can. Measure your real-world writing throughput and compare it to voice dictation speed.
Set a time limit, then write as much as you can before the timer runs out. No editing, no backspace - just let your thoughts flow. This measures your raw writing throughput.
Typing speed vs. writing speed
Your typing speed (measured by copying text) is usually faster than your real writing speed. When you're composing original thoughts, you pause to think, edit, and restructure. Real-world writing throughput is typically 50–70% of raw typing speed.
Why freewriting matters
Freewriting - writing without stopping to edit - is one of the most effective ways to overcome writer's block and produce first drafts quickly. Voice dictation naturally encourages this flow since you can't easily "backspace" spoken words.
How to improve your writing speed
Practice freewriting regularly, outline before you write, and separate drafting from editing. Or skip typing entirely - voice dictation lets you produce text at speaking speed (150 WPM), bypassing the keyboard bottleneck completely.