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How to type Urdu online
Type with the Urdu layout (RTL). Physical keys map to Urdu letters; Esc toggles English. Copy and speak work in-browser.
Why use a Urdu virtual keyboard?
Write Urdu online privately — no OS keyboard pack required.
Tips for Urdu writers and learners
Urdu shares Arabic script with Nastaliq-friendly fonts. Practice السلام علیکم on this page.
Frequently asked questions Do I need to install a Urdu keyboard? No. WriteWithin’s Urdu keyboard runs entirely in your browser. Type, copy, and paste into any app — nothing to install.
Can I use my physical keyboard for Urdu? Yes. The on-screen layout shows which physical key maps to each character. Press Esc to switch between English and Urdu mode.
Is my text private? Yes. Typing stays on your device. We do not upload what you type to our servers.
Does the Urdu keyboard work on mobile? Yes. The keyboard adapts for touch screens with large targets, emoji, and a sticky editor on phones and tablets.