Two ways to plan your reading
This calculator has two modes: (1) set a deadline and find out how many pages a day you need to read; (2) set a pace of pages per day and find out how many days it will take, with the expected finish date.
"I have a deadline" mode
Enter the total pages and how many days you want to finish in. The calculator divides total pages by the available days, rounding up.
"I have a fixed pace" mode
Enter the total pages and how many pages you typically read per day. The calculator shows how many days it will take and the expected finish date, starting today.
Tip
Reading a little every day, even just a few pages, tends to be more sustainable than trying to read a lot in one sitting.
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose between the two modes?
Use "I have a deadline" if you need to finish by a specific date; use "I have a pace" if you already know your daily pages and want to know when you'll finish.
Does the calculator account for days off?
No — it assumes steady reading every day in the given period. Adjust the deadline/pace if you plan to skip some days.
Can I use it for things other than books?
Yes, it works for any material counted in pages: textbooks, study PDFs, long articles, and more.
Is the result rounded?
Yes, always rounded up, so you never underestimate the pace you need.