Text to Morse Code
What is Text to Morse Code
Morse code is a method of encoding text as sequences of dots and dashes (short and long signals). Developed in the 1830s for telegraph communication, it assigns a unique dot-dash pattern to each letter and digit. This tool converts plain text to international Morse code, with letters separated by spaces and words separated by a forward slash.
How to use
- Type or paste your text in the input box.
- The Morse code output updates instantly as you type.
- Click Copy to copy the Morse code to your clipboard.
- Use the Share button to get a link with your inputs pre-filled.
When to use it
Studying for a ham radio licensing exam? Type common phrases into the encoder and watch the dot-dash patterns appear instantly, so you can check your hand-keyed attempts against the correct sequences character by character. It also works well for prepping a scouting activity or dropping a hidden Morse message into a puzzle.
Frequently asked questions
What does a slash (/) mean in the Morse code output?
A forward slash surrounded by spaces ( / ) marks a word boundary. Letters within a word are separated by single spaces, and words are separated by / in standard Morse notation.
Does Morse code support accented characters?
Standard international Morse code covers the Latin alphabet (A to Z), digits (0 to 9), and common punctuation. Accented characters like é or ñ are not part of the standard and will appear as a question mark.
What is the difference between dots and dashes?
A dot (.) is a short signal and a dash (-) is a long signal (three times the length of a dot). The timing ratio is what distinguishes Morse code characters.
Can I decode Morse code back to text?
Yes. Use the companion Morse to Text tool, which is linked below the converter.
Can I share this tool with my inputs pre-filled?
Yes. The URL updates automatically as you type. Copy it from the address bar or use the Share button — anyone who opens the link will see your exact inputs ready to go.
Can I hear the Morse code played as audio?
Yes. Click the Play button below the Morse code output to hear it at standard ITU timing: 700 Hz, roughly 15 words per minute. Click Stop at any time to end playback.
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