* Font: Different fonts have different character widths. For example, Times New Roman generally takes up more space than Arial.
* Font size: Larger font sizes naturally lead to fewer words per page.
* Margins: Narrower margins allow for more words to fit on a page.
* Line spacing: While single-spaced, the exact spacing can vary slightly between programs and settings.
General Estimates:
* Using a standard font like Times New Roman or Arial, with a font size of 12pt, and standard 1-inch margins, a single-spaced typed page typically holds around 250-300 words.
* With a smaller font size or narrower margins, you could fit more words on a page, potentially exceeding 350.
How to Calculate:
The most accurate way to determine the word count for your specific document is to:
1. Type a sample paragraph of around 100 words.
2. Check the word count in your word processor.
3. Divide the word count by the number of lines in the paragraph. This will give you an average number of words per line.
4. Multiply this average by the number of lines on your page. You can calculate this by dividing the page height by the line height.
Note: Keep in mind that these are just estimates. The actual word count may vary slightly depending on the specific factors mentioned above.