Tamil Script Converter
Convert Unicode to Bamini, instantly and for free.
About Unicode to Bamini Conversion
This free online tool converts Tamil text from Unicode encoding to Bamini encoding instantly. Simply paste your Unicode text in the left panel and see the converted Bamini output on the right.
What is Unicode?
Unicode is the universal character encoding standard that provides a unique number for every character across all writing systems. For Tamil, Unicode range U+0B80–U+0BFF contains all Tamil characters.
History
Unicode was first published in 1991 by the Unicode Consortium. Tamil was included in the initial Unicode 1.0 release, making it one of the first Indic scripts to be encoded. The standard has evolved to include additional Tamil characters and symbols over subsequent versions.
Usage
Unicode Tamil is now the standard for all modern computing, web pages, mobile devices, and digital communications. It ensures Tamil text displays correctly across different platforms, browsers, and applications without font dependencies.
Characteristics
Unicode Tamil uses logical character ordering with separate code points for consonants, vowels, and vowel signs. It supports proper rendering of complex Tamil ligatures through font-level OpenType features rather than precomposed glyphs.
What is Bamini?
Bamini is one of the most widely used Tamil font encodings, particularly popular in Sri Lanka and among the Tamil diaspora. It uses ASCII character positions to represent Tamil characters.
History
Bamini was developed in the early 1990s as a practical solution for typing Tamil on computers before Unicode support became widespread. It became the de facto standard for Tamil publishing in Sri Lanka and was extensively used in newspapers, books, and official documents.
Usage
Bamini encoding is still found in legacy documents, older websites, and archival materials. Many Tamil newspapers and publishers in Sri Lanka continue to maintain Bamini-encoded archives. Converting to Unicode is essential for modern accessibility.
Why Convert from Unicode to Bamini?
Converting from Unicode to Bamini may be necessary when working with legacy systems or documents that require specific font encodings.
- Legacy System Compatibility: Some older systems still require Bamini encoded text.
- Document Preservation: Maintaining consistency with existing Bamini documents.
- Specific Software Requirements: Certain applications may only accept Bamini input.
How to Use This Converter
- Paste or type your Unicode text in the left text area.
- The converted Bamini text will appear automatically in the right panel.
- Click "Copy to clipboard" to copy the converted text.
- Use the swap button (↔) to reverse the conversion direction.
- Click on the encoding dropdowns to select different source or target encodings.
Character Map: Bamini ↔ Unicode
Reference table showing how Bamini characters correspond to Unicode Tamil characters. This mapping enables accurate conversion between Bamini encoded text and the universal Unicode standard used by modern devices and applications.