Syriac keyboard, by Joel Kalvesmaki, version 13.07other languages

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I've just typed some Syriac. Now what do I do?
You probably want to get that text into some other application, right? So select the text and copy (control/command-C) or cut (control/command-X) for use elsewhere. While you're doing that, look closely. Many browsers will let you edit your results directly.

Why does new text always go at the end? Why can't I insert text?
This little tool is meant to help you type short passages of Syriac, not to replace your word processor. Cut and paste, my friend, cut and paste.

I'm seeing strange things on my screen.
Try refreshing your browser (command/control-R or F5). If that doesn't work try a different browser. The javascript sometimes gets jammed up.

What font is being used?
Actually, I don't know. This tool is font agnostic. It trusts your browser to find fonts that fit, so that you work with what is already on your machine. If you don't like your font options, adjust the settings in your browser.

What does that line at the bottom, Unicode value or U+nnnn, mean?
That gives you the Unicode value of what you just clicked. Unicode is the de facto standard for information interchange in different alphabets. To learn more see Wikipedia.

Most everything is ok, but I'm seeing boxes for some of the characters.
The underlying data is fine, but your browser either (1) has assigned a font that doesn't support all the characters or (2) is cannot find a font to support all the characters. If (1), go into your browser settings and pick a font that supports the extra characters. If (2), install a font with more characters.

Where can I find Syriac fonts?
Try the Meltho fonts.

Do you get a copy of what I type?
No. Everything is running on your computer, not my server. If you disconnect from the Internet, the page should still work. (Believe me, I have more interesting Syriac to read elsewhere.)

What is transcription mode?
A way of using the keyboard to do transcriptions. Suppose you have a manuscript you're trying to transcribe. Click the button and put the new window just under the line of a pdf or image of what you're transcribing. Now have at it. Cool, huh?

Why do the combining characters not align correctly?
There's a complicated reason involving fonts, the software programs, operating systems and how they interact. Trust me, though, the underlying data is ok, even if it doesn't look completely correct. If you're looking for a good reliable framework to view the fonts in, try InDesign, with a well-crafted Unicode-compliant font that supports the given combining characters. Otherwise, you'll have to make do with what you've got.

Why did you make this tool?
One day I was transcribing a manuscript and for the life of me I couldn't remember where the dead keys were for the accents. This frustration occurred on both PCs and Macs. The default keyboard key assignments for each operating system are confusing and hard to memorize. I thought it would be easier and faster if I could see the characters. And I thought I would help others in the same predicament.

Can you help me with my Syriac?
Perhaps.
Will you?
No.

May I make a suggestion?
You bet. Use the contact form below.



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