What is Morse Code Translator?

A Morse code translator is a free online tool that converts text to Morse code and decodes Morse code back to text for learning and communication.

How do I use this Morse Code Translator?

Type text in the input field to see its Morse code equivalent, or paste Morse code (using dots and dashes separated by spaces) to decode it back to readable text.

Is this Morse Code Translator free?

Yes, this tool is completely free to use with no signup required.

Morse Code Translator

Convert between text and Morse code instantly.

Text to Morse Morse to Text

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How to Use This Tool

Open the Morse Translator and provide the inputs requested in the form above.
The Morse Translator processes your input directly in your browser and shows the result on the same page.
Copy or save the output, then adjust the inputs anytime to see an updated result.

Common Use Cases

Amateur radio practice: Ham radio licensees practice CW (Morse) decoding at increasing words-per-minute to qualify for HF privileges.
Scout merit badges: Boy and Girl Scouts learn Morse for signaling badges, often via flashlight or whistle in field exercises.
Accessibility input: Some assistive tech encodes single-switch input as Morse so users with limited mobility can type using two keys.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the Morse code for SOS?

SOS is ... --- ... (three dots, three dashes, three dots, run together with no inter-letter pause). It was chosen in 1908 for distress signaling because the rhythmic pattern is unmistakable even through noise or interference.

What's the standard timing for Morse code?

A dot is 1 unit, a dash is 3 units, intra-character gap is 1 unit, inter-letter gap is 3 units, and word gap is 7 units. At 20 WPM, 1 unit equals 60 milliseconds (PARIS word standard).

Can the translator handle numbers and punctuation?

Yes. The international Morse standard covers digits 0-9 and common punctuation (period .-.-.- , comma --..-- , question mark ..--..). Less common signs may render with non-standard sequences; check the cheat sheet for full character coverage.