About this tool
Count words, characters with and without spaces, sentences, paragraphs, and estimate reading and speaking time in real time as you write or paste text.
Word Counter
Count words, characters with/without spaces, sentences, paragraphs, and estimate reading time.
Example
- text: LilUtils helps you work faster.
Output
EVERYDAYWaiting
Run the tool to generate output.
When to use this tool
Use Word Counter whenever you are writing under strict character limits, editorial length targets, or timing public speeches.
Inputs, Formats & Specifications
- Accepted Inputs
- Plain text, Markdown, or pasted clipboard content
- Output Formats
- Words, characters (with spaces), characters (without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, reading time, speaking time
- Supported Standards
- UTF-8 multi-lingual text, numbers, emojis
- Browser Limits & Scope
- Reading time is an estimate calculated at an average adult silent reading pace of 200 words per minute.
How to use this tool
- Type or paste your article, essay, social post, or speech into the text area.
- Read real-time metrics including total word count, character count (with/without spaces), sentences, and paragraphs.
- Check estimated reading time (based on standard 200 wpm) and speaking duration (based on 130 wpm).
- Inspect top keyword frequency to identify repeated phrases and avoid keyword stuffing.
Examples
Social Media Character Limits
Ensure marketing copy fits within X/Twitter (280 characters), LinkedIn post previews, or meta description limits (155 characters).
Academic & Blog Writing
Track essay progress toward a 1,500-word assignment limit or ensure a blog post meets a 2,000-word comprehensive guide target.