Guide
Best Free Tamil Keyboard for Windows & Android
December 25, 2024 • 6 min
Want to type Tamil? This guide covers all Tamil keyboard options plus an easier Tanglish alternative.
Tamil Keyboard for Windows
Built-in Tamil
Settings > Language > Add Tamil
✓ Free✗ Learn layout
Google Input Tools
Chrome extension
✓ Easy Tanglish✗ Browser only
NHM Writer
Free offline software
✓ Works everywhere✗ Installation
Tamil Keyboard for Android
Gboard
Google Keyboard
✓ Best features✗ Needs data
SwiftKey
Microsoft keyboard
✓ Good predictions✗ Ads
Easier: Tanglish Typing
Don't want to learn keyboard layout? Use SpellTamil's Tanglish:
Type: vanakkam
Get: வணக்கம்
FAQ
How to type Tamil on Windows?
Add Tamil in Settings > Language, or use SpellTamil Tanglish typing.
Best Android Tamil keyboard?
Gboard - free with Tanglish and voice support.
Type Tamil without learning keyboard?
Yes! Tanglish: type "vanakkam" → "வணக்கம்"