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Estimate how long pasted text takes to read aloud. Use it for narration scripts, podcast notes, transcript excerpts, lectures, and video voiceovers.
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Calculate reading time from text
Paste text and estimate how long it will take to read aloud. This helps when planning voiceovers, lectures, podcasts, demos, and presentation narration.
Plan scripts before recording
A reading-time estimate helps you shorten or expand a script before you record it, which saves editing time later.
Use with transcript excerpts
If you are editing a transcript into a script, paste the excerpt to estimate how long the final spoken version will run.
How it works
How to use the Reading Time Calculator
- Paste the text you want to time.
- Review the estimated read-aloud duration.
- Adjust the text if it is too long or too short.
- Use the estimate to plan recording or editing.
FAQ
Reading Time Calculator questions
How do I calculate reading time?
Paste your text into the calculator. It estimates read-aloud duration based on typical speaking pace.
Can I use this for video scripts?
Yes. It is useful for planning video narration, podcast scripts, lectures, and voiceovers.
Is reading time the same as transcript length?
Not exactly. Transcript length reflects what was said; reading time estimates how long pasted text may take to say aloud.
Can I change the speaking pace?
Use the estimate as a planning baseline. Actual delivery can be faster or slower depending on the speaker and content.