Help & Support
Everything you need to know about using the Arabic keyboard
Quick Start Guide
Choose your input method
Select between direct Arabic typing or transliteration mode using the toggle switch
Start typing
Use your physical keyboard or click the virtual Arabic keys on screen
Add diacritics
Click the diacritics buttons to add harakat (vowel marks) to your text
Copy and use
Copy your Arabic text and paste it anywhere you need it
Transliteration Guide
Type Arabic using Latin letters. Our smart system converts your input automatically.
Basic Letter Mappings
Letter Combinations
Keyboard Shortcuts
General Shortcuts
Shift Combinations
Common Questions About Our Arabic Keyboard
Is it possible to write Arabic without a physical Arabic keyboard?
Absolutely. Open our Arabic keyboard online and begin typing right away, or switch on transliteration to spell Arabic words with Latin characters.
Does this Arabic keyboard work on smartphones and tablets?
Yes, the tool is fully optimized for mobile browsers on both iOS and Android, so you can type Arabic on the go without downloading an app.
Do I need to install an Arabic language pack on my computer?
Not at all. While operating systems offer Arabic keyboard settings, our web-based tool lets you start typing Arabic instantly with zero configuration.
What exactly is Arabizi and how does it work?
Arabizi is an informal method of representing Arabic sounds with Latin letters and digits. For instance, the digit "3" stands for "ع" and "7" maps to "ح". Our tool converts Arabizi to real Arabic script automatically.
How can I place tashkeel marks on Arabic letters?
Simply select the text you want to vocalize and use the diacritics toolbar beneath the keyboard, or navigate to the dedicated tashkeel panel for full control.
Troubleshooting
Text appears backwards or left-to-right
Make sure your browser supports RTL text direction. Try refreshing the page or using a different browser.
Transliteration not working
Ensure the transliteration toggle is enabled (blue). Clear your browser cache if the issue persists.
Arabic letters not displaying correctly
Your system may be missing Arabic fonts. The page loads Arabic fonts automatically, but you may need to wait for them to load.
Virtual keyboard not responding
Click in the text area first to focus it, then try clicking the virtual keys again.
Need More Help?
If you're still having trouble or have questions not covered here, feel free to contact our support team.
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