Riaz Hatvi
Free Student Tools – Word Counter, APA Alphabetizer & Writing Tools
RIAZ HATVI · THE STUDENT TOOLKIT
Less time on the fiddly parts.
More room to learn.
Find a useful starting point for your next essay, reference list, file upload, calculation, or application. Choose your task and open the tool you need.
Find my toolPractical utilities. Clear limits. Your own work stays yours.
Tools support your workflow. Your assignment brief and institution determine the rules for submission.
WHAT ARE YOU WORKING ON?
Start with the task.
Writing, references, files, calculations, coding, and the next step after study.
Word Counter Without Citations
Estimate an adjusted word count and review detected citation exclusions.
Open tool REFERENCESAPA Reference Alphabetizer
Arrange reference entries alphabetically, then review the order and formatting.
Open tool READINGReading Time Calculator
Estimate how long a piece of text might take to read.
Open tool FILESImage Compressor to 20KB
Prepare an image for a size-limited upload. Review quality and the resulting file size.
Open tool CALCULATORSPercentage Increase Calculator
Work out percentage changes for exercises, comparisons, and everyday figures.
Open tool CALCULATORSUnit Price Calculator
Compare cost per unit when quantities or pack sizes differ.
Open tool CODINGJSON Formatter & Validator
Format JSON and check its syntax while working on coding tasks.
Open tool CAREERSATS Resume Keyword Checker
Compare resume wording with a role’s requirements as one part of your application review.
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A USEFUL WRITING ROUTINE
Check the details before you submit.
Use a word counter to estimate length, organise your reference list, and review the finished document against your brief. Counting and alphabetical sorting do not verify the accuracy of your sources or replace an academic-style guide.
Check the word-count rules
Your institution may include or exclude citations, quotations, headings, footnotes, and references differently.
Review your references
Alphabetical order is one part of referencing. Check author names, dates, titles, source details and the required style.
Review the final file
Check readability, formatting, upload limits, and any required declaration before submitting.
Choose the tool that matches the question.
| Your question | Start here | Keep in mind |
|---|---|---|
| How long is my essay without citations? | Word Counter Without Citations | Review detected exclusions and follow your assignment rules |
| How should I order my reference list? | APA Reference Alphabetizer | Sorting does not validate full APA formatting or source accuracy |
| How long might this text take to read? | Reading Time Calculator | Reading speed is an estimate, not a deadline guarantee |
| Is this image small enough to upload? | Image Compressor | Confirm the final size, dimensions, and legibility |
| Is my application aligned with a role? | ATS Resume Keyword Checker | A keyword comparison does not predict hiring decisions |
USEFUL ANSWERS
Before you choose a tool.
What are free student tools?
They are small utilities that help with tasks such as checking word counts, ordering references, estimating reading time, preparing files, or checking calculations. This page helps you find the relevant tool.
Do I perform the task on this page?
This is a directory. Select a card to open the dedicated tool, where its controls, supported input and limits are explained.
Does the word counter provide an official university count?
No. Word-count definitions and exclusion rules differ. Check the tool's method, review its exclusions, and follow the rules supplied by your institution or publisher.
Does alphabetical sorting make my references APA compliant?
No. Sorting entries is not full citation formatting or source verification. Check the required style, author information, publication details and special ordering rules.
Are all tools private and browser-only?
Do not assume so. Each tool has its own implementation and handling information. Read its explanation before entering sensitive material. This directory's search/filter code does not upload search text.
Are the tools guaranteed to be accurate?
No tool should replace a final review. Calculations depend on correct input, text counts depend on tokenisation rules, and formatting tools may have edge cases. Check important results independently.
Does an ATS keyword match guarantee an interview?
No. It can help you review wording against a role's requirements, but hiring decisions involve many factors. Keep your resume accurate and relevant rather than adding unsupported claims or keyword stuffing.
Do I need to pay to use this directory?
No. You can browse this directory without payment or an account. Check each individual tool for current access conditions, usage limits and availability.
Tool directory by Riaz Hatvi. For reference-list guidance, consult APA Style's reference guidelines. Your institution's instructions take precedence for your submission.