Morse Code Translator
Encode and decode text to/from Morse code with audio playback and download
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Morse Code Reference
0:-----
1:.----
2:..---
3:...--
4:....-
5:.....
6:-....
7:--...
8:---..
9:----.
A:.-
B:-...
C:-.-.
D:-..
E:.
F:..-.
G:--.
H:....
I:..
J:.---
K:-.-
L:.-..
M:--
N:-.
O:---
P:.--.
Q:--.-
R:.-.
S:...
T:-
U:..-
V:...-
W:.--
X:-..-
Y:-.--
Z:--..
:/
.:.-.-.-
,:--..--
?:..--..
':.----.
!:-.-.--
/:-..-.
(:-.--.
):-.--.-
&:.-...
::---...
;:-.-.-.
=:-...-
+:.-.-.
-:-....-
_:..--.-
":.-..-.
$:...-..-
@:.--.-.
About This Tool
This Morse code translator allows you to encode text to Morse code and decode Morse code back to text. It includes audio playback features with customizable speed and frequency.
Features:
- Convert text to Morse code and vice versa
- Audio playback with dots and dashes
- Adjustable playback speed (WPM) and frequency
- Simple and repeat play modes
- Record and download Morse code audio
- Complete Morse code reference table
Usage: Use . (dot) and - (dash) for Morse code input. Separate letters with spaces and words with /. All processing happens in your browser - no data is sent to servers.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Are Morse code and Braille the same?
No, Morse code and Braille are different systems. Morse code is a method of encoding text characters as sequences of dots and dashes, mainly for auditory or visual transmission. Braille is a tactile writing system for visually impaired people, using raised dots arranged in cells.
What are other codes like Morse code?
Other codes similar to Morse code include Braille (for tactile reading), Semaphore (flag signaling), the NATO phonetic alphabet, and binary code. These systems are used for communication in different contexts and for different needs.
Can Morse code be written vertically?
While Morse code is typically written horizontally, it can be written vertically if needed. The sequence of dots and dashes remains the same; only the orientation changes.
Is there any logic to Morse code?
Yes, Morse code was designed so that the most frequently used letters in English have the shortest codes. For example, "E" is a single dot (.), and "T" is a single dash (-). This makes transmission faster and more efficient.
Does Morse code exist in other languages?
Yes, Morse code has adaptations for non-English languages, including accented letters and additional symbols. International Morse code is the most widely used version and supports many languages.
How was Morse code invented?
Morse code was invented by Samuel Morse and Alfred Vail in the 1830s and 1840s as a way to transmit textual information over telegraph lines. It was first used in 1844 for the famous message "What hath God wrought?"
Is Morse code hard to learn?
Morse code is relatively easy to learn, especially for the basic alphabet and numbers. With practice, most people can become proficient at reading and writing Morse code.
Which version of Morse code is used more and why?
International Morse code is the most widely used version today. It replaced the original American Morse code because it is simpler, less ambiguous, and better suited for radio communication.