"Skills assessments reduce turnover by 50% " – SHRM

Typing Skills Assessment Test: Hire Fast and Detail-Oriented Candidates

Consistently hire employees who can process large volumes of information quickly and with precision.

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Overview: Typing Skills Assessment Test

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Test Type

Skills & Speed Assessment

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Duration

~5 minutes

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Questions

1 timed typing task

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Areas Measured

Typing Speed (WPM), Accuracy, Transcription Skills, Attention to Detail

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Ideal For

Data Entry, Admin Support, Transcription, Customer Service Roles

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Language

English

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Maximize Productivity with Our Typing Skills Assessment

Typing speed and accuracy are critical for roles that require processing large amounts of information under time pressure. Our Typing Skills Assessment evaluates candidates' typing performance in a timed, real-world task—helping you identify those who can deliver speed and precision right from day one.

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Why Choose Our Typing Skills Assessment Test

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Hire Fast and Accurate Typists

Identify candidates who can process data quickly and error-free.

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Real-World Typing Simulation

Tests typing under pressure using realistic job scenarios.

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Measure Key Typing Metrics

Assess Words Per Minute (WPM) and Accuracy to validate skill levels.

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Practice Option for Skill Development

Candidates can practice before taking the final test to improve performance.

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Unbiased, Objective Results

Data-driven scoring ensures fair and consistent candidate evaluations.

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Fast & User-Friendly Experience

Simple, five-minute test with easy-to-read results for faster decision-making.

Breaking Down the Typing Skills Assessment

DIMENSION WHAT IT EVALUATES WHY IT MATTERS
SpeedTyping speed measured in WPMIndicates ability to process large volumes of data quickly
AccuracyError rate in transcriptionEnsures data reliability and reduces costly mistakes
Transcription SkillAbility to replicate text exactlyValidates attention to detail and transcription competency
Attention to DetailCareful review and error detectionPrevents data entry errors that impact business operations
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How the Typing Skills Assessment Test Works

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Candidate Invitation

Provide candidates with a secure link—no software required.

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Timed Typing Task

Candidates complete the typing challenge in just 5 minutes.

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Instant Reporting

Receive an easy-to-understand report showing WPM, Accuracy, and Transcription Competency.

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Smarter Hiring

Use the insights to identify top-performing typists for data-driven roles.

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Expert Support

Get help from our hiring consultants to interpret results and optimize your selection process.

Ideal Roles for the Typing Skills Assessment Test

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Data Entry Clerks, Administrative Assistants

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Transcriptionists, Customer Service Representatives

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Legal and Medical Typists, Content Creators and Editors

Go Beyond Typing with Our Complete Hiring Solution

Discovered offers a fully integrated hiring ecosystem, connecting skills assessments with:

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Applicant Tracking System

Manage your entire hiring workflow in one place.

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Video Interviewing

Evaluate communication and presence remotely.

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Automated Reference Checking

Collect reliable references faster.

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Custom Skill & Integrity Tests

Assess job-specific and behavioral traits.

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Performance Management Tools

Track post-hire success.

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Career Pages & Recruitment Videos

Attract better talent with professional job pages.

Ready to Hire Fast and Accurate Typists?

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“Let us help you identify the candidates who can deliver speed and accuracy from day one.”

— Fletcher Wimbush, CEO, Discovered Assessments