Text Counter & Analyzer
Paste or type your text below to get real-time statistics including word count, character count, reading time, and word frequency analysis.
| Word | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Enter text above to see word frequency analysis. | ||
About the Text Counter & Analyzer
The TensorLocal Text Counter is a comprehensive text analysis tool that provides real-time statistics about any text you type or paste. It counts characters (with and without spaces), words, sentences, paragraphs, and lines — all updating instantly as you type. It also estimates reading time (based on an average of 238 words per minute) and speaking time (based on 150 words per minute), making it ideal for preparing presentations, blog posts, or social media content with length constraints.
Beyond basic counting, the tool includes a word frequency analyzer that identifies the top 10 most frequently used words in your text. This feature helps writers identify overused words, check keyword density for SEO purposes, and gain insights into writing patterns. Common stop words (like "the", "a", "is") are included in the count so you see the full picture, though the frequency bars provide a visual comparison to spot dominant terms quickly.
How to Use This Tool
Simply type or paste your text into the large text area at the top. All statistics update in real time — there is no button to press. The stat cards above show your counts at a glance, while the frequency table below breaks down your most-used words. Click Clear to reset the textarea or Copy Text to copy your content to the clipboard. The tool processes everything locally in your browser; your text is never transmitted to any server.
Common Use Cases
- Blog writers: Check article length against publishing guidelines (e.g., aiming for 1,500–2,500 words for SEO).
- Social media managers: Ensure posts fit within character limits for Twitter/X (280 chars), LinkedIn, or meta descriptions (~155 chars).
- Students and academics: Track essay or thesis word counts against assignment requirements.
- SEO professionals: Analyze keyword frequency and density to optimize content for search engines.
- Public speakers: Estimate speech duration — a 10-minute talk is roughly 1,500 words at a comfortable pace.
How Counting Works
Words are counted by splitting text on whitespace boundaries and filtering out empty strings. Sentences are detected by counting terminal punctuation marks (., !, ?) that follow non-whitespace characters. Paragraphs are defined as non-empty blocks of text separated by one or more blank lines. The reading time estimate uses 238 words per minute, which is the average silent reading speed for English text according to research published in the Journal of Memory and Language. Speaking time uses 150 WPM, reflecting a typical conversational or presentation pace.