90–110 wpm
Best for careful explanations, tutorials, medical or technical content and scripts that need pauses.
Complete guide
How to use the online teleprompter
This free teleprompter is designed for creators, teachers, presenters, podcasters, sales teams and anyone recording video while reading a script. Paste the text, choose a comfortable speed, adjust the type size, open a clean reading view and record without installing anything.
Quick start
- Paste your script in the editor on the home page. Your text stays in your browser and is not uploaded to a server.
- Check the word count and estimated time. This helps you know whether the script is too long for your video.
- Choose a reading speed. Start around 120 to 150 words per minute for normal video. Use a slower pace for tutorials or second-language content.
- Press Start or Play. The text will begin moving automatically in the reading area.
- Adjust as you record. Pause, reset, increase the font, change the margin or switch to dark mode whenever needed.
Choosing the right words per minute
Most people speak conversationally between 120 and 160 words per minute. If you are explaining a complex idea, recording a course or speaking to an audience that may not be native English, a slower speed usually sounds more confident and easier to follow.
120–150 wpm
Good default range for YouTube videos, online classes, presentations and talking-head recordings.
160–190 wpm
Useful for energetic short-form videos, but rehearse first so the delivery does not feel rushed.
200+ wpm
Only use for very short scripts or experienced speakers. It can quickly look unnatural on camera.
Full screen, pop-up and mirror mode
Use Full screen for a distraction-free reading area. Use the Pop-up window to place the teleprompter on another monitor. Use Mirror only when reading through reflective glass.
Keyboard shortcuts
- Space: play or pause.
- R: reset.
- F: full screen.
- M: mirror mode.
- + / -: font size.
- Up / Down: reading speed.
Before recording
Record a 20 or 30 second test, listen to the pacing and check whether eye movement is visible. If it is, increase the distance from the screen, make the font larger or place the camera closer to the text.