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APM Test - Actions Per Minute
Measure your combined click and keypress speed
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APM test by game
What is APM?
APM stands for Actions Per Minute: the sum of all your clicks and keypresses in one minute. It is the standard metric in real-time strategy (RTS) games, where top StarCraft 2 players are commonly cited at several hundred APM. In MOBAs such as League of Legends or Dota 2, APM is typically far lower; as an indicative figure, roughly 100-200 for competitive players. For FPS, APM is less relevant than reaction time and precision.
How is APM calculated?
APM is calculated by adding up all your actions (mouse clicks and keypresses) and dividing them by the test time, multiplied by 60 to get actions per minute. A finer metric is EAPM (Effective APM), which discounts repeated or useless actions and better reflects your real performance.
APM = (total actions ÷ seconds) × 60
APM ranges by level
| Level | APM | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Casual | 0-100 | Occasional player or slow-paced games |
| Average | 100-200 | Competitive MOBA player (LoL, Dota 2) |
| Fast | 200-300 | Advanced player with good shortcuts |
| Pro | 300-400 | Professional RTS level |
| Machine | 400+ | Elite RTS level (StarCraft 2) |
Tips about APM
- For RTS like StarCraft: practice keyboard shortcuts for every action — useful APM is worth more than total APM
- For MOBAs: use ability shortcuts, master Smart Casts and practice CS (last hitting) with precision
- In FPS, APM is not the key metric — prioritize reaction time, precision and crosshair placement
- Maintaining a consistent APM (not just in spikes) trains rhythm and reduces idle time
Frequently asked questions about APM
What APM is good for gaming?
It depends on the game, and every figure here is indicative. In StarCraft 2, top players are commonly cited at several hundred APM, while casual players sit far lower. In MOBAs like League of Legends or Dota 2, APM is typically much lower than in StarCraft, roughly 100-200 for competitive players. In FPS like Valorant or CS2, APM is not the relevant metric: reaction time and aim precision matter far more.
Is higher APM always better?
No. Useful APM (actions that have real impact on the game) is worth more than total APM. Many players inflate their APM with irrelevant clicks. In RTS, high well-directed APM is an advantage. In MOBAs, the efficiency of actions matters more than quantity. In FPS, APM is barely relevant.
How do I improve my APM in StarCraft 2?
1) Learn the keyboard shortcuts for every unit and building. 2) Use control groups so you can select units without clicking on them. 3) Set up camera hotkeys to jump between bases and expansions quickly. 4) Practise keeping production running continuously, even when you are not fighting. APM is built through repetition until the actions become automatic.