Hindi typing keyboard with English keys
Use the interactive keymap to learn where Hindi characters sit on an English keyboard. Switch between InScript Unicode and Remington-style input, hold Shift for alternate characters, and press physical keys to highlight their matching positions.
InScript and Remington are different layouts
InScript is a standardized Unicode keyboard layout. Remington is a typewriter-style layout often associated with Kruti Dev workflows. Check which layout and text encoding your exam or workplace requires before you practise.
Frequently asked questions
What is the InScript Hindi keyboard?
InScript is the standard Devanagari keyboard layout. Vowels and vowel signs sit on the left side of the keyboard and consonants on the right. On Windows it appears as the Hindi Traditional keyboard.
How do I add the Hindi keyboard on Windows?
Open Settings, go to Time & language, then Language & region, and add Hindi. Then choose the Hindi Traditional (InScript) keyboard. Press Windows + Space to switch between English and Hindi.
How do I type a half letter in InScript?
Type the consonant, then the halant ् on the D key, then the next consonant. For example, क + ् + ष makes क्ष. Common conjuncts such as ज्ञ, त्र and क्ष are also on Shift with the number keys.
What is the difference between InScript and Remington?
InScript produces Unicode text and follows the standard Indian layout. Remington follows the old typewriter arrangement and is usually paired with the Kruti Dev 010 font, which stores text in a legacy encoding.