Question 1

Are spaces included in the character count?

Accepted Answer

We display both counts — with and without spaces. Most essay and cover letter limits count spaces as characters.

Question 2

How are Korean character bytes calculated?

Accepted Answer

In UTF-8 encoding, each Korean character is 3 bytes, while English letters and numbers are 1 byte each.

Question 3

Is there a maximum character limit?

Accepted Answer

There is no limit. Even long documents are counted in real-time.

Question 4

Can I also check spelling?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can count characters and check spelling at the same time. Just enter your text and click the "Spell Check" button.

Question 5

What is the typical character limit for cover letters?

Accepted Answer

It varies by company, but typically 500–1,000 characters (including spaces). This tool shows both counts with and without spaces.

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