v1.0.9 Research Ready

Keystroke logging
in the browser

Capture writing processes, pauses, revisions, mouse activity and focus. Export clean Excel workbooks. No installation required.

How it works

Laptop

PC

Tablet

Physical Keyboard Required

Documentation & Manual

Essential reading for configuring experimental parameters and ethical protocols.

Download PDF

Workbook Repository

Workbooks from all TypeFlow versions (Core, Multimodal, SPEAK, EYE). Use them freely to test features and tools.

Open Repository

Applications

Select the tool that fits your workflow. All apps run locally.

Unified Version

TypeFlow Lite

The standard workspace for writing research. Supports both Local Download (.xlsx) and Email Submission modes in a single interface.

Local Mode Remote Mode

Launch App

Specialized

Multimodal

Writing research with visual stimuli and prompts.

Tool

Replay Studio

Visual playback of writing sessions.

Pro

Workbook Merger

Combine multiple files into a master dataset.

Beta

Linguistic Analyzer

Word-level pause statistics and advanced CSV export.

Test

Typing Test

Baseline assessment tool.

Util

IDFX Converter

Inputlog compatibility converter.

Experimental Labs & Developers

Coming Soon

API Workbench

Developer playground to integrate the TypeFlow logging engine.

import {TF} from '@typeflow/api'

Next Gen

TypeFlow Eye

Webcam eye-tracking integration.

Think Aloud

TypeFlow Speak

Think Aloud with transcription & audio.

iPad & macOS Users Use optimized versions if standard links miss keys.

Apple Local | Apple Remote

Use Cases

Research projects, diagnostics and pilots.

Research

Event streams suitable for statistical modeling and cohort comparisons.

Teaching

Discuss pausing, bursts and revision patterns with students.

Pilots

Time-aligned focus logs to contextualize performance.

Research Framework

Concept notes, data outputs, and ethical guidelines.

What is keystroke logging?

It is a method to observe writing as it unfolds. Unlike static text analysis, it captures the process: when keys are pressed, how long writers pause, and where they revise.

TypeFlow is a suite of web-based apps for writing research. It captures keystrokes, pauses, revisions, mouse activity and focus, and exports structured Excel workbooks.

No install required.
Clean Excel workbook output.
Revision scope analysis.

Data Outputs

Each session produces an Excel workbook plus the final text. The workbook is structured for clean aggregation across participants.

Event Stream

Timestamps for keys, pauses, mouse, focus.

Derived Measures

Pauses, bursts, revisions, diagnostics.

Reporting

Report task constraints, device types used, and specific pause thresholds used in your analysis.

Ethics

Tell participants what is logged (keystrokes), what is not (screen/audio), and where files are stored.

Quick Checks

Use Replay Studio and the Merger to spot missing focus, unusual bursts, and export issues.

Studies and papers

This section will be updated with studies carried out with TypeFlow, related papers, and materials.

Training Workflow

A short workflow for pilots, classrooms, and research sessions.

1

Write

Start / Pause / Stop, live counters, distraction-free editor.

2

Capture

Keystrokes, pauses, mouse and focus are synchronized.

3

Export

Automatic .xlsx workbook plus final text generated instantly.

Session Checklist

1

Before

Check keyboard, browser, consent, and task instructions.

2

During

Minimize tab switches, keep the same device, and avoid copy-paste.

3

After

Verify workbook opens, check final text length, archive consistently.

Tip for pilots

Run a 2-minute test task first and inspect it in Replay Studio.

Ready to start?

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Training sessions

YouTube @invedustat

Open on YouTube

Frequently Asked Questions

Fast answers to the questions that come up in pilots and data collection.

Do participants need to install anything?

No. TypeFlow runs in the browser. A physical keyboard is required for clean keystroke logging.

Does TypeFlow record audio or the full screen?

No screen recording. In the standard apps, no audio is recorded either. If you use TypeFlow Speak, the session records audio that is later transcribed for research purposes.

Can students use tablets or iPads?

Yes, but run a short pilot first. Use a physical keyboard and check that key events are captured correctly on your device and browser.

How do I check that an export is valid?

Open the workbook, verify the final text, and inspect the session in Replay Studio to spot anomalies.

Can I merge files from different app versions?

Yes. You can merge workbooks using the Workbook Merger Pro app.

Is internet required?

Yes, because TypeFlow is web-based. If you need an offline setup (export only), contact the author.

Where are the files stored?

Exports are stored locally on the participant device. If you use email submission, files can be sent via email. A backup copy is created on the TypeFlow server and deleted after one month.

Get in touch

Developed by Aitor Garcés-Manzanera
University of Murcia

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Keystroke logging in the browser