Precise word and readability metrics give you objective feedback on writing quality. The counter instantly analyzes pasted or uploaded text, tallying characters, words, sentences, and paragraphs while calculating speaking and reading-time estimates, lexical density, and established readability scores such as Flesch-Kincaid.
By visualising unique-word frequency and lexical density, you uncover repetition patterns and vocabulary diversity. The built-in frequency table ranks the most common terms, helping you fine-tune keyword distribution for search optimisation or academic style guidelines without manual spreadsheet work.
Use it before publishing blog posts, essays, or documentation to ensure length, tone, and readability match audience expectations. Avoid relying on the scores alone; always apply human judgement for context and nuance.
Technical Details:
The application runs entirely in the browser with a lightweight reactive interface that updates on every keystroke. It parses text using efficient pattern matching, computes statistics on the fly, and presents results through accessible tabs. No external servers process data, keeping draft material private and eliminating latency.
Live Metrics Panel
Characters, words, sentences, and averages update instantly as you type, giving immediate insight into structure and length.
Frequency Analyzer
An interactive table ranks words by occurrence, highlighting overused terms and guiding balanced vocabulary choices.
Clipboard Export
Copy a neatly formatted statistics block with one click, ready for email, reports, or project management comments.
CSV Download
Export the full word-frequency list as a comma-separated file for deeper analysis in spreadsheets or databases.
Drag-and-Drop Import
Drop a plain-text file onto the textarea to populate content instantly without navigating traditional upload dialogs.
Calculations & Scoring:
The counter uses straightforward arithmetic and industry-standard readability formulas to quantify complexity and effort.
| Metric | Formula |
|---|---|
| Average Word Length | non-whitespace characters / words |
| Average Sentence Length | words / sentences |
| Lexical Density (%) | unique words / words × 100 |
| Flesch Reading Ease | 206.835 − 1.015 × ASL − 84.6 × ASW |
| Flesch-Kincaid Grade | 0.39 × ASL + 11.8 × ASW − 15.59 |
Data Privacy: All calculations run locally; no text ever leaves your browser.
Step-by-Step Guide:
Follow these steps to obtain reliable statistics.
- Paste or type into the Text area, or click Upload text file to import a document.
- Choose between Statistics and Word Frequency tabs to focus on overall metrics or vocabulary distribution.
- Press Copy Stats to copy the metrics list to your clipboard for easy sharing.
- Select Download CSV to export the complete frequency table for external analysis.
- Click Clear Text when finished to remove content and reset results.
FAQ:
Common questions and concise answers.
Is my data stored?
No. All processing happens in your browser; nothing is transmitted or saved server-side.
What is lexical density?
Lexical density measures vocabulary variety by dividing unique words by total words and multiplying by 100.
Why are reading-time estimates approximate?
They use average adult reading speeds; individual pace varies with familiarity, language, and device.
Can I analyse large files?
Yes, but very large texts may slow browser performance. Split files if scrolling or tab switching lags.
Do formulas support non-English text?
Character and word counts work for any language using spaces. Readability scores were calibrated on English prose.
Troubleshooting:
Resolve common issues quickly.
Ensure the file is plain text; formatted documents require copy-paste conversion.
Browser permissions may block clipboard access; change settings or use manual select-and-copy.
Import the file with UTF-8 encoding selected in your spreadsheet application.
Enter a positive integer; decimals or symbols are rejected for data integrity.
Break the text into smaller sections or close unused browser tabs to free memory.
Advanced Tips:
Enhance your workflow with expert techniques.
- Analyse individual paragraphs separately to pinpoint dense or repetitive sections.
- Track revisions by copying results after each draft and comparing metrics side by side.
- Combine the CSV output with readability dashboards in spreadsheets for long-term trend monitoring.
- Use the frequency list to refine SEO keywords without compromising natural flow.
- Create a macro in your editor that sends selected text to the counter via URL parameters for rapid checks.
Glossary:
Key terms used throughout the tool.
- ASL
- Average sentence length measured in words.
- ASW
- Average syllables per word in a sample.
- Lexical Density
- Ratio of unique tokens to total tokens.
- Flesch Reading Ease
- Score indicating relative reading difficulty.
- Token
- Individual word or symbol identified during parsing.