Davemi ToolsWord & Character Counter
Type, paste, or upload a file (.txt, .pdf, .docx) for instant stats — words, characters, sentences, paragraphs and reading time.
- Words
- 0
- Chars
- 0
- No Spaces
- 0
- Sentences
- 0
- Paragraphs
- 0
- Read Time
- 0 min
Click to upload or drag & drop
.txt, .pdf, .docx, .md, .csv and more
What this tool does
The Word & Character Counter analyses text as you type and instantly reports word count, character count (with and without spaces), sentence count, paragraph count, and an estimated reading time.
How to use it
- Type directly, paste text, or upload a file (.txt, .pdf, .docx).
- Stats update live — no buttons needed.
- Use Copy Text to grab your content.
- Use Clear to reset.
Example
"The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog." → 9 words, 44 characters, 35 without spaces, 1 sentence, 1 paragraph, under 1 min reading time.
Limitations
Sentence detection relies on punctuation (., !, ?) and can miscount abbreviations or decimals. Reading time assumes 200 wpm and varies by reader.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this word counter upload my files or text anywhere?
No. Everything — including uploaded PDF and DOCX files — is processed entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Nothing is ever sent to a server, stored, or logged. Your data disappears the moment you close or refresh the page.
What file types can I upload?
You can upload .txt, .md, .csv, .pdf, .docx, and many other plain-text formats. The tool reads the file in your browser, extracts the text, and populates the editor. Old .doc files (pre-2007 binary format) are not supported — save as .docx first.
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is estimated at 200 words per minute, a commonly used average adult silent-reading speed. It's rounded up to the nearest minute, with a one-minute minimum for any non-empty text.
How are sentences counted?
Sentences are counted by splitting on sentence-ending punctuation (., !, ?). This works well for standard prose but can be thrown off by abbreviations (e.g. "Dr."), decimal numbers, or unusual formatting.
What counts as a paragraph?
Any block of text separated by one or more blank lines is counted as a paragraph. Single line breaks within a block of text do not start a new paragraph.
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