Get Ready to Take Your Test

Don’t forget to complete your warm-up exercises beforehand to get the most accurate measure of your current reading speed and comprehension. - You can use this FREE Speed Reading Exercise - with a 60-second reading timer to warm up!

• On Paper: Download the PDF and print it out. I highly encourage you to do this for the best experience.
• On Screen: When taking the test on your PC, Mac, phone, or tablet, it’s important to create the best reading environment for accurate results. Use your browser’s reading mode for a focused, distraction-free experience:
  • Press F9 in Edge or Firefox.
  • In Opera, click 'Enter Reading Mode' in the address bar.
  • In Vivaldi, select 'Reader View'.
  • For more help on this, check out my blog: www.SRSTips.com/browser.

Timing Your Reading
Use the stopwatch above to time your reading session. Start the timer only when you’re ready, and have a pencil or pen handy to jot down your final time at the end of the reading.

 Next Steps
Head to the comprehension quiz to answer the questions and discover how much of the information you retained.

How Fast Did You Read?
To find out how fast you read in the test you need to find the number beside the name of the test - Example: William Shakespeare (2045) - means that there are 2045 words in that test. Use this number, having your timing from the test written down, in minutes and seconds - and head to www.SRSTips.com/calc where you can easily find out how fast you were reading.

By following these steps, you’ll stay focused, accurately gauge your reading speed, and set a strong foundation for improving both speed and comprehension.