10-Key Typing (Numbers Only) test
Summary of the 10 Key Typing (Numbers Only) test
Our 10 Key Typing test evaluates candidates’ ability to accurately and efficiently enter numerical data using the ten keys on a full-sized keyboard’s number pad. It measures the speed and accuracy of a person’s data entry skills in keystrokes per hour (KPH).
Covered skills
Accurate and efficient numerical data entry under time constraints
Ability to type randomly generated integer numbers between two and five digits long
Use our 10 Key Speed test to hire
Data entry jobs, accountants, administrative assistants, secretaries, bookkeepers, data analysts, medical billing specialists, and any other role that requires fast and accurate numerical typing.
About the 10 Key Typing test
Our 10 Key Typing test helps you evaluate a candidate’s data entry skills and ensure they have speed and accuracy. Hiring people who can enter numerical data quickly and efficiently is crucial for many business operations, from accounting and finance to sales and marketing.
Speedy and precise data entry enables real-time decision-making, accurate financial reporting, and effective communication with clients, customers, and other stakeholders. It also helps businesses identify trends and opportunities for strategic planning and decision-making.
With our Ten Key Speed test (Numbers only), you evaluate:
Numerical data speed and accuracy
Proficiency using the numeric keypad (on the right side of most keyboards)
Ability to handle high-volume data entry
Efficiency in repetitive typing tasks
The prompts on our test provide a randomly generated sequence of integer numbers between two and five digits long. They don’t include mathematical operators or decimal points. As in most data entry software, job applicants must hit “enter” between entries. The results are displayed as a numeric typing speed in keystrokes per hour (KPH speed).
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This 10 Key Typing skills test supports job performance by minimizing errors and achieving compliance with regulatory requirements, such as tax reporting and auditing.
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TestGorilla’s team of assessment experts and engineers has created a series of Typing Speed tests that were researched, defined, and developed within our team. As with all the tests in our test library, the Typing Speed tests underwent assessment and review to ensure the tests meet the highest levels of accuracy before being published.
These tests will continue to be evaluated for constant improvement in line with our standardized revision process for all tests in our Test Library.
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Why are 10 key speed skills important to employers?
Good key typing speed helps employees perform well in data entry, accounting, or finance roles that rely on precise numerical input. As a result, you can experience several benefits when using a KPH test to hire employees for your business:
Increased productivity: Employees can process data faster and complete more tasks in less time, which helps your business stay ahead of deadlines
Better accuracy: Skilled typists enter data correctly, which helps you reduce costly errors in financial reports, inventory management, and important documents
Improved decision-making: Fast and reliable data entry supports real-time data analysis, which enables you to respond quickly to market changes, customer needs, and emerging trends
Cost savings: Efficient data entry reduces the need for extensive verification and correction processes, which saves time and resources
Precise reporting and compliance: Strong 10 key speed skills help ensure that all entries meet compliance standards, supporting accurate tax reporting, auditing, and other regulatory requirements
Increased customer satisfaction: These skills help employees manage invoices, process orders, and update records, which maintains high standards of customer service and satisfaction
Our skills tests can help you screen candidates quickly to discover whether they have the right numerical skills for the job and improve your return on investment.
For example, Ocean Outdoor UK used several role-specific tests and our Attention to Detail test to find new members for its finance team. Our talent assessments helped the company hire faster and reduce unsuccessful hires by 44%.
What job roles can you hire with our 10 Key Typing test?
Our 10 Keystroke test is a versatile pre-employment typing test that helps you find candidates who excel in numerical data entry.
Use our data entry 10 Key Typing test to evaluate employees and hire for these high volume positions:
Data entry specialists must ensure rapid and accurate input of large volumes of numerical data
Accountants need to maintain precise financial record-keeping and compliance with tax reporting requirements
Administrative assistants support efficient data entry tasks, which improves office productivity
Secretaries must display speed and accuracy in managing appointments, contact information, and other business data
Bookkeepers guarantee accurate entry of financial transactions, aiding in reliable financial reporting
Data analysts support in-depth data analysis and strategic planning
Medical billing specialists need to master precise entry of billing codes and patient information for healthcare facilities
Create a multi-measure assessment: 4 tests to pair with the 10 Key Typing (Numbers Only) test
With TestGorilla, you can create a multi-measure assessment that goes beyond key data entry tests to get a complete picture of your candidate’s skills and traits. Combine this typing test for numbers with four other tests and find the right person for the job.
Here’s a sample assessment we recommend for any of the jobs mentioned above:
Typing Speed (Lowercase Only) test: Measure candidates’ ability to type quickly and accurately using lowercase letters, which complements their numerical touch typing skills
DISC Personality test: Understand applicants’ behavioral traits and how they interact with others, which supports team collaboration and communication
Attention to Detail test: Evaluate a candidate’s ability to notice and correct errors, which is crucial for maintaining accuracy in data entry tasks
Numerical Reasoning test: Measure jobseekers’ ability to work with numbers and solve numerical problems, which is essential for roles that require strong analytical skills
Note: We haven’t included any role-specific skills tests here because they depend on the position you’re hiring for. However, we highly recommend you add at least one in your five-test assessment to ensure your candidates possess the right skills for the job.
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