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ttyper runs a Rust-based typing test in the terminal, according to its repository description.
About ttyper
ttyper is a terminal-based typing test built with Rust and Ratatui. It presents words or text in the terminal and allows setting word count, language, and a config file. It includes default word lists for multiple natural and programming languages, supports custom language files, and can read test contents from a file. Installation options include pre-built binaries on GitHub releases and package managers such as cargo, pacman, nix, and scoop.
Key features
- Runs typing tests in the terminal with configurable word count and language.
- Provides default word lists for multiple natural and programming languages.
- Supports custom language files with one word per line.
- Uses config.toml for theme and default language settings.
- Includes sudden death, no backspace, and no backtracking modes.
- Reads test contents from a file, split at newlines.
Best for: Best for users who prefer terminal-based, open-source typing tests.
Good for
- Open source and built with Rust and Ratatui.
- Terminal-based, so it runs in a command-line environment.
- Multiple installation options, including pre-built binaries and package managers.
Watch out for
- Requires a terminal environment; no graphical interface is described.
- Pre-built binaries are available for most architectures, but unsupported systems may need to open an issue.
ttyper at a glance
- Category
- Online Tools › Text Tools
- Type
- Open-source project
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Linux
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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ttyper FAQ
How can I install ttyper?
Pre-built binaries are available for most architectures on GitHub releases. It can also be installed with cargo, pacman, nix, or scoop.
How do I add a custom language?
Create a file in TTYPER_CONFIG_DIR/language with one word per line. On Linux, the config directory is $HOME/.config/ttyper.
Can I use my own text file?
Yes. Pass the file path as an argument; contents are split at newlines.
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