Presses
Time left
Per second
On a phone, tap the bar above. Holding the key down counts as one press.
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What is a spacebar counter for?
A spacebar counter measures how many times you press the space key within a set time. People use it as a challenge with friends, to warm up before games that use space to jump or attack, and to check that a keyboard's space bar registers every press. It all runs in your browser with nothing to install.
How to use the spacebar counter
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Choose a mode
Pick 5, 10, 30 or 60 seconds for a timed challenge, or Unlimited to simply count space bar presses.
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Press space to start
The timer starts on your first press. There is nothing to click first: keep the page open and hit the space bar.
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Press as fast as you can
Every press shows up instantly with your average presses per second. Holding the key down only counts once.
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Check your result
When time runs out you see your total, presses per second and your best score for that mode. Copy the result to challenge someone.
How many times can you press space in 5 seconds?
With one finger most people manage 30 to 40 presses in 5 seconds, or 6 to 8 per second. Alternating both thumbs can push you past 10 presses per second. In long modes such as 60 seconds the average drops as your forearm tires.
Always compare scores from the same mode. The best score for each duration is stored separately in your browser.
What people use a spacebar counter for
- Challenges with friends, in class or on stream
- Warming up before games where space means jump, shoot or dodge
- Checking that a new or used keyboard registers every space bar press
- Comparing mechanical and membrane keyboards for repeat speed
Tips to beat your record
Rest your hand close to the bar and use short taps without bottoming out the key. Alternating both thumbs is usually faster than a single finger. On a phone, tap the on-screen bar with two alternating fingers.
Take breaks between attempts. Very repetitive tapping tires your tendons, and nobody needs pain to improve a score.
Spacebar counter FAQ
Does holding the space bar count multiple presses?
No. Keyboard auto-repeat is ignored, so holding the key counts as a single press. Only real presses count.
Does it work on a phone?
Yes. Phones have no physical space bar, so tap the bar drawn on screen; each tap counts as a press.
Why doesn't the page scroll when I press space?
The counter blocks space bar scrolling so you don't lose your place mid-challenge. Use the mouse wheel or arrow keys to scroll.
How is this different from the CPS test?
The CPS test measures mouse clicks; the spacebar counter measures keyboard presses. The two tools keep separate records.
Are my scores saved?
Your best score for each mode is saved in your browser on this device. Nothing is sent to a server.