This free German typing test uses QWERTZ keyboard with German umlauts (ä, ö, ü) and Eszett (ß). Word Count mode (200 to 2300 words) lets you practice fixed-length German text sessions. Choose Easy (everyday words), Medium (professional), or Hard (advanced).
Frequently Asked Questions
Settings → Language → Add German → QWERTZ included automatically. Win+Space to switch.
German keyboard: ä next to L, ö next to P, ü next to Z, ß next to 0 key.
Select 500 from Words row — type exactly 500 German words. Timer shows elapsed time (not a countdown).
Average: 40–60 WPM. Professional: 60–80 WPM. Practice Medium/Hard daily to improve.
Z and Y are swapped. German has ä, ö, ü on right side and ß next to 0. Otherwise very similar to QWERTY.