What is the fastest WPM time?

Answer by  kd97 (733)

As of 2005, Barbara Blackburn is the fastest [English] typist in the world. She maintained 150 words per minute (WPM) for at least fifty [50] minutes, and could type over 170 WPM for shorter periods of time, as documented by The Guinness Book of World Records.

Answer by  worker8313 (43)

This record was recorded by Mrs. Barbara Blackburn from Salem Oregon. Her best WPM was recorded at 212 WPM. Her average WPM was recorded at 150 WPM (which is 37,500 Key Strokes)for a 50 minute period.