How do I set or change my word-count goal? August 06, 2021 20:02 Change your word-count goal by opening up your novel settings - just click on the wrench at the top of the novel box. Related articles What should my word-count goal be? How do I update my word count? What if I hit my word-count goal but I'm only halfway through my story? Can I keep writing and adding to my word count even after I've won? I’m typing in the writing space but my word-count isn’t updating. What should I do?