# Type For Fun

> Educational typing game to improve speed, vocabulary, and English word knowledge. (iPhone/iPad app by Rudie Ekkelenkamp.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/type-for-fun/id445286324 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Rudie Ekkelenkamp](https://appshunter.io/developer/438091981)
- Category: Education, Games, Word
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.90/5 from 19 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 14 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), European Spanish
- Released: 2011-09-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-17
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/type-for-fun/id445286324/reviews.md

## What is Type For Fun?

Type Fun is an educational and fun game to improve your typing skills and language knowledge. The game has settings for both the starting typist as for the seasoned typist that needs a challenge. The system has the knowledge of thousands of words.

Type Fun can be used to improve your knowledge of English words. Learn how to type english words and test your knowledge of English by solving the scrambled words.

Children can use Type Fun using a low speed option and typing plain words. 

For the experienced typist the speed of the game can be increased and the wind scale can be set up to hurricane level to make typing a real challenge.

The Game:
- After starting the game words of 3 characters until 11 characters will be displayed using an airplane.
- The airplane will fly from the left of the screen to the right. Before touching the right side of the screen, the complete word has to be typed.
- The words will appear in batches of 10 words of the same length.
- After each word correctly typed, a new word will appear.
- In case the word is not type correctly in time, the result will be shown. In de results screen the high scores can be viewed as well.

Score:
- The score menu will display the latest score.
- The highscore is visible for the current settings.

Setting:
- Configure the language of the words to type: english or dutch.
- Game type: plain words, reversed words or randomized words.
- Speed: speed of the airplane
- Wind scale: force of the strength with which the plane will be moved up and down.

## Key features

- Typing speed improvement
- English vocabulary enhancement
- Adjustable difficulty levels
- Thousands of words
- Scrambled word challenges
- High score tracking

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/type-for-fun/id445286324/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Please fix

*2015-07-29*

I loved using this app with my students but now I can't update or use it. My school blocks apps (even educational apps) with 17+ ratings. Please consider fixing this so that I can use (and recommend) this app again.

### 2/5 — Bluetooth | iPad | fun | a bit too easy

*2014-03-01*

Although a great concept, it was just a bit too easy for my 3rd grader (who is learning to type at the request of her school).

Great for beginner's beginner.... :)

### 2/5 — Lags

*2012-05-17*

App lags. If you type too fast it can't keep up.

### 1/5 — Ok because it is just cool I don't know why but it just is anyways

*2012-02-07*

I have played it somewhere else but it crashes on me well not crash but it DOSENT WORK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!;(

### 3/5 — Rate

*2012-01-16*

It's ok but it was easy sens im good at typing

## Frequently asked questions about Type For Fun

### What is Type For Fun?

Type For Fun is an educational game designed to improve typing skills and English language knowledge. It features adjustable settings for various skill levels and includes thousands of words to practice with.

### How does Type For Fun help improve typing?

The game presents words that fly across the screen, requiring users to type them correctly before they reach the edge. This mechanic directly trains speed and accuracy. Difficulty can be adjusted by changing the speed and wind scale.

### Can Type For Fun improve my vocabulary?

Yes, Type For Fun helps improve English word knowledge by presenting words for typing and offering challenges like solving scrambled words. The system contains knowledge of thousands of words.

### What languages are supported in Type For Fun?

Currently, Type For Fun supports two languages for typing practice: English and Dutch. Users can configure their preferred language in the settings.

### What are the different game types in Type For Fun?

Type For Fun offers three game types: plain words, reversed words, and randomized words. This variety helps keep the learning experience engaging and challenging.

### Is Type For Fun suitable for children?

Yes, children can use Type For Fun with a low-speed option and by typing plain words. The adjustable settings allow for a tailored experience for younger learners.

### Does Type For Fun have ads?

No, Type For Fun does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use without any ad interruptions.

### What is the update frequency for Type For Fun?

The latest version of Type For Fun is 4.1, which was last updated on September 20, 2020. Previous updates have been released periodically.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.1 — 2020-09-20

small fixes

### 4.0 — 2015-06-09

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

The number of words is now unlimited!

### 3.1 — 2013-07-18

iphone 5 retina support

### 3.0 — 2012-08-22

Support for the new iPad

### 2.3 — 2012-02-09

Improved word list

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All apps by Rudie Ekkelenkamp: https://appshunter.io/developer/438091981

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