Text to Braille Converter
Made for names
Type words and see them as Braille cells with numbered dots, then copy, print or download.
For learning and casual use. For official or legal documents, ask a Braille expert to check the result.
Dot view
Every Braille cell, drawn dot by dot.
Real size
Cells at about real Braille size (dot 1.5 mm, cell 6.2 mm wide). Screens vary, so use Print at 100% scale for the exact size.
Dot pad
Tap dots, then add the cell. Click the pad first to use keys: F D S = dots 1–3, J K L = dots 4–6, Space = add.
Practice
Which letter is this cell? Build a streak.
Braille art and bio
Turn a photo or logo into dotted art, or style your Braille name for a bio. This art uses 8-dot Unicode, so it is art, not real 6-dot Braille. Some apps show boxes or blanks for these characters, so test in the app first.
Daily challenge
One new word each day, the same for everyone. Keep your streak going.
Alphabet chart
Tap a symbol to add it to the input.
Keep creating
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About this generator
To convert text to Braille, each letter is replaced by a cell of up to six raised dots. Capital letters get a capital sign before them and numbers get a number sign followed by the letters a to j. Type in the box and the converter shows the Braille and each cell's dots as you go. Choose Grade 1 to spell everything out, or Grade 2 for common contractions.
How to use this tool
- 1
Type your text
Write or paste text in the input box. A sample is already there.
- 2
See the cells
The Braille appears on the right and the dot view shows every cell with its dot numbers.
- 3
Copy or download
Copy the Braille, or download it as a text file, a .brf file, a PNG or an SVG.
Frequently asked questions
- How are capital letters written in Braille?
- A capital sign (dot 6) is placed before the letter. The translator adds it for you.
- How are numbers written in Braille?
- A number sign (dots 3, 4, 5, 6) comes first, then the letters a to j stand for 1 to 9 and 0.
- Can I use the Braille on my phone or in a document?
- Yes. The result is made of Unicode Braille characters that you can paste anywhere, but a device needs a font that shows them. Real touch reading needs embossed Braille.