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Word Counter Blog

Discover in-depth articles on how to use word count in your daily writing. Learn how to use the word count tool in desktop programs like Google Docs and Microsoft Word, and find answers to common questions about character, word and page counts.

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How to Write Essay Titles and Headers

Casey Brown

Don’t overlook the title and section headers when putting together your next writing assignment. Follow these pointers for keeping your writing organized and effective.

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101 Standout Argumentative Essay Topic Ideas

Casey Brown

Need a topic for your upcoming argumentative essay? We've got 100 helpful prompts to help you get kickstarted on your next writing assignment.

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Writing a Standout College Admissions Essay

Casey Brown

Your personal statement is arguably the most important part of your college application. Follow these guidelines for an exceptional admissions essay.

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Common Writing Mistakes that Could Ruin Your Essay

Casey Brown

Affect vs. effect. Was vs. were. We’ll go through the most commonly made grammatical errors in college essays and tips you can use to avoid them.

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100+ Narrative Essay Topics for your Next Assignment

Casey Brown

Narrative essays allow you to share a unique, personal experience and its impact on your life. Here’s a list of topic ideas to help you get started.

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15 Essential Email Etiquette Tips for Every College Student

Casey Brown

Emailing a professional contact is different than texting a friend. Keep these practices in mind to help you sound competent, coherent, and organized.

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College Application Essay FAQ

Casey Brown

Writing your college application essay is bound to spark many questions about how to do it well. We have the most common questions answered here for you.

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How to Write a Strong Conclusion Paragraph

Casey Brown

Writing a strong conclusion means leaving a lasting, positive impression on your reader. These simple tips will help you wrap up your essays in style!

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How to Outline a College Essay

Casey Brown

Looking for a way to create an organized and thoughtful college essay? An outline can help you craft an assignment that is well-written and well-developed.

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Compare and Contrast College Essay Topics

Casey Brown

Looking for a compare and contrast essay topic? This article provides ideas for all types of interests and offers hints on how to write a great essay.

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What’s a Good Word Count for a College Application Essay?

Casey Brown

Worried your college application essay word count is too long? Or not quite long enough? Learn the perfect balance between too wordy and too vague.

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8 Ways to Expand your Writing Vocabulary

Casey Brown

Expanding your writing vocabulary is a key step to becoming a better writer. Follow these tips for increasing your word power in your next assignment.

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How to Write a Strong Introduction Paragraph

Casey Brown

Writing an introduction paragraph is tough. Follow these helpful steps to catch your reader's attention and set the stage for a stellar essay.

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Top Writing Tools All College Students Should Use

Casey Brown

Looking for tools to take your writing to the next level? Check out these sites and apps that will make your work stand out for all the right reasons.

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Words and Phrases to Avoid in your College Essays

Casey Brown

Not all words are created equal. Learn common words and phrases you should always avoid in your essays to keep your writing concise and purposeful.

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What’s a Good Word Count for a Thesis Statement?

Casey Brown

How do you include all the information needed in a thesis statement without going over the word count? Follow these tips for staying clear and concise.

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How to Find your Individual Writing Voice

Casey Brown

Your writing voice is what makes your work authentic. These hints and activities will help you find your voice and create writing that is uniquely you!

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How to Increase your Essay's Word Count

Casey Brown

Stuck on a word count requirement? Try these four tips for increasing the total number of words in your essay while improving content.

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Top 6 Most Common Thesis Statement Mistakes

Casey Brown

Crafting a well-written thesis statement can be challenging. Learn the most common mistakes and how you can avoid them in your next paper.

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13 Ways To Improve Your Writing Level

Casey Brown

Stellar writing skills will help you succeed in various facets of life. This article will provide helpful hints on how to become a better writer.

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How Many Words is a 5 Minute Speech?

Nickee Leon Huld

How many words does it usually take to write a 5-minute speech? Get the lowdown on the ideal word count and learn from helpful tips on how to craft a compelling oratory piece. Don't forget to use our handy word counter to keep you on track.

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Ultimate College Application Guide

Katy Tripses

The college application process is no joke (we've been there) but with our step-by-step guide we're sure you'll knock it out of the park.

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How Many Words Does the Average Person Know?

Nickee Leon Huld

Recent studies show that the average U.S. native English-speaking adult knows about 20,000–30,000 words. But what about the average number of words per age group? Discover our human capacity when it comes to learning new words and what active and passive vocabularies mean.

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The 4 Different Types of Essays

Nickee Leon Huld

What are the different types of essays? Get the 411 on how essays are categorized and the ideal number of words for each type. Best of all, learn valuable tips and advice on how to write a convincing essay that meets your objectives.

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Newest Words Added to the Dictionary in 2018

Nickee Leon Huld

Over 2,000 words, sub-entries and senses were added to the Oxford English Dictionary in 2018. Discover the most memorable additions from the past year.

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How Many Words are in a Novel Chapter?

Nickee Leon Huld

What is the ideal length of a novel chapter? What’s the best way to end a chapter? What word count should you strive for? Get answers and learn more about chapter breaks and lengths as well as writing techniques for both fiction and non-fiction novels.

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How Many Pages is 1000 Words?

Allison Dexter

How many pages is 1000 words? Page count depends on a number of factors, including font size and type, margins, spacing, paragraph structure and more.

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How Long Should A Cover Letter Be?

Allison Dexter

Applying for that dream job? Wondering how long your cover letter should be? Get the inside scoop on how to write an attention grabbing cover letter, the perfect structure and pitfalls to avoid. Get tips and best practices including optimal cover letter length, format and layout.

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Facebook Posts: Why Less is More

Nickee Leon Huld

According to statistics, the optimal length of a Facebook post is 40 characters (or less), with short and sweet messages performing better than lengthy ones. Learn how to craft your own.

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Word Count in Google Docs

Allison Dexter

Learn how to count characters, words and pages in Google Docs with step-by-step instructions for PC, MAC, Android and iOS devices.

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How Many Words are in a Novel?

Allison Dexter

Reading or writing a novel? Get the inside scoop on how many words a typical novel has, and how it varies by fiction, nonfiction and subgenre.

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Word Count in Microsoft Word

Allison Dexter

Learn how to count characters, words and pages in Microsoft Word with step-by-step instructions, including how to insert word count into your doc.

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How Many Words per Page?

Allison Dexter

How many words per page varies depending on what font size and type, margins, spacing and paragraph structure is used. Learn how to count words per page.

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How Many Words are in the English Language?

Allison Dexter

Ever wonder how many words are in the English language? What about how many words the average person knows? Get the answers and more.

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How Many Words are in the Bible?

Allison Dexter

Ever wonder how many words are in the Bible? We'll give you a hint, it's a lot. Learn more about how the different versions of the Bible stack up.

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How Many Words are in Harry Potter?

Allison Dexter

Love the series? Find out how many words are in each of the Harry Potter books; the total word count might just surprise you.