Unicode → Bamini Converter
Paste Tamil Unicode text at left. The Bamini-encoded output appears at right.
Note: To view the result properly, you need the Bamini font installed or applied in your target software.
About Unicode to Bamini Conversion
Bamini is a legacy Tamil font that encodes Tamil letters using Latin characters. This tool converts modern Tamil Unicode text into Bamini-encoded text so you can use it in older documents or applications that expect the Bamini layout.
- Instant: Converts as you type or paste.
- Private: Conversion runs entirely in your browser.
- Reversible: Use our Bamini → Unicode page to convert back.
Accuracy note: This converter ships with a baseline mapping and may need refinement for full coverage. If you notice mismatches, tell us and we’ll update the mapping.
Why Convert Unicode to Bamini?
Many legacy documents, DTP workflows, and templates in Tamil still expect text in the Bamini encoding. Converting Unicode to Bamini lets you maintain backward compatibility without redoing layouts or replacing fonts in older software.
- Legacy compatibility: Preserve existing page layouts that rely on Bamini.
- No install needed: The converter works directly in your browser.
- Clean copy: Use the Copy buttons to move text into Word, InDesign, or DTP tools.
Tips for Best Results
- Use pure Tamil: Mixed English/Tamil or pasted styled text can reduce accuracy.
- Install Bamini: Ensure the target machine has the Bamini font installed.
- Check ligatures: Review complex conjuncts and retype if needed.
FAQ
Is Bamini Unicode? No. Bamini is a legacy font that maps Tamil letters to Latin code points. Unicode is the modern, standard encoding used across the web.
Will search engines index Bamini text? Most search engines prefer Unicode. For web publishing, convert Bamini to Unicode before posting.
Can I convert back? Yes, use our Bamini → Unicode converter.