Malayalam Typing - Inscript Keyboard Typing

The Inscript keyboard layout for Malayalam typing is a standardized layout designed by the Indian government for typing in the Malayalam script. With this layout, you can use a standard QWERTY keyboard to type Malayalam characters. Here's how you can type in Malayalam using the Inscript layout:

Select the Malayalam (Inscript) Keyboard Layout:

First, make sure that you have enabled the Malayalam (Inscript) keyboard layout on your operating system. Instructions for enabling this layout were mentioned in a previous response.

Learn the Key Mapping:

Familiarize yourself with the key mappings in the Inscript layout. In this layout, you'll use the English alphabet keys to type Malayalam characters. The layout is designed to be phonetic, which means the characters are arranged based on their pronunciation.

Typing Malayalam Characters:

To type consonants in Malayalam, simply type the corresponding English letters. For example:

"ക" is typed by pressing the "k" key.

"മ" is typed by pressing the "m" key.

"ല" is typed by pressing the "l" key.

Vowel Signs (Matras):

To add vowel signs (matras) to consonants, type the vowel after the consonant. For example:

"കാ" is typed by pressing "kaa," where "ka" is the consonant, and "a" is the vowel sign.

"മി" is typed by pressing "mi," where "m" is the consonant, and "i" is the vowel sign.

Conjuncts and Special Characters:

To type conjuncts (combinations of consonants) and special characters, refer to the keyboard layout. For example:

"ന്റ" is typed by pressing "nta."

Special characters like "ൃ" and "ൄ" are typed using appropriate key combinations.

Switching Languages:

You can easily switch between languages and keyboard layouts by using the language bar or keyboard shortcuts on your operating system.

Practice:

Practice is essential to become proficient in typing Malayalam using the Inscript layout. As you become more familiar with the layout, your typing speed and accuracy will improve.

Typing in Malayalam using the Inscript layout allows you to use a standard keyboard to create Malayalam text. With time and practice, you'll find it easier to type in Malayalam and express yourself in your native language.