Pick a test length and click as fast as you can — see your clicks per second, your rating, and how you compare to your last 5 attempts.
Choose a duration, then click (or tap) the pad as many times as you can before the timer runs out. The test counts every click and divides it by the number of seconds elapsed to give your clicks-per-second (CPS) rate, live, as you go. When time runs out, clicking stops registering and your final score is locked in and saved to your recent results.
Because the count updates every click, you can also watch your CPS rise and fall in real time — most people start fast and taper slightly as their hand fatigues, which is completely normal.
| Technique | How it works | Typical CPS |
|---|---|---|
| Regular clicking | Clicking normally with one finger, as you would for everyday computer use | 4-8 |
| Butterfly clicking | Alternating two fingers on the same button in quick succession | 8-15+ |
| Jitter clicking | Tensing the hand so it vibrates rapidly against the button | 10-20+ |
| Drag clicking | Dragging a finger across the button surface to trigger rapid contact clicks — depends heavily on the specific mouse | Highly variable |
What is a CPS test?
CPS stands for clicks per second. A CPS test measures how many times you can click a button within a set time limit, then divides your total clicks by the test duration to get your average clicking speed.
What is a good CPS score?
Most people click at 5-7 CPS using a normal single-finger clicking technique over a 10-second test. Above 7-8 CPS is considered fast for regular clicking, and scores above 10 CPS typically require an alternative technique such as jitter clicking rather than standard clicking.
Why does my CPS change with test duration?
Clicking speed isn't perfectly constant — most people click fastest in short bursts and slow slightly as fatigue sets in over a longer test. A 5-second result is often a little higher than a 60-second result for the same person, because there's less time for fatigue to lower the average.
What is jitter clicking?
Jitter clicking is a technique where you tense your hand and let it vibrate rapidly against the mouse button, producing more clicks than relaxed single-finger clicking. It takes practice, can be harder to control precisely, and isn't necessary for everyday computer use — it's mostly used competitively in certain games.
Are autoclickers allowed?
Autoclicker software or hardware isn't something this test needs or measures — it's designed to time your own manual clicks. Many online games and platforms explicitly prohibit autoclickers and similar automation in their terms of service, so using one elsewhere can put an account at risk even if it isn't relevant here.
Does this test work on mobile?
Yes, tapping the button on a touchscreen is measured the same way as clicking with a mouse. Touch response can vary slightly between devices, so treat mobile and desktop results as not perfectly comparable.