SanskritTypist

SanskritTypist is the easiest way to type real Sanskrit—right from your keyboard. Whether you’re reading yoga texts, chanting mantras, or composing in scholarly IAST, this custom keyboard makes it fast, accurate, and intuitive.
Two Keyboards Built In
Switch between two powerful input modes with a tap:
• Devanagari: Type Sanskrit with Roman letters and see perfect Devanagari script in real time.
• IAST: For scholars and students, type using diacritics (like ā, ṇ, ś) for precise transliteration.
Designed for Yoga, Devotion & Study
Effortlessly type sacred Sanskrit words like:
• ॐ (Oṁ), गणेश (Gaṇeśa), शिव (Śiva), लक्ष्मी (Lakṣmī), कृष्ण (Kṛṣṇa), राम (Rāma), सीता (Sītā), and more.
• Ideal for yoga teachers, Sanskrit learners, and anyone chanting or reading ślokas and writing them in their own notes.
Smart Typing Features
• Instant Transliteration: Type “raama” and get “राम” or “siitaa” and get “सीता”.
• Long-Press Support: Hold keys for alternate characters like ण्, श्, ā, ś, and ॐ.
• Context-Aware Syllables: Automatically handles matras and full vowels based on position.
• Monospaced Examples: View clear input/output pairs so you always know what to expect.
Easy Setup
1. Go to Settings > General > Keyboard > Keyboards
2. Tap Add New Keyboard → Select SanskritTypist. Enable Devanagari & IAST
3. Use the globe icon in any app to switch keyboards

Whether you’re writing in Devanagari or IAST, SanskritTypist helps you express sacred sounds and verses with clarity and precision. No copy-pasting. No switching apps. Just fluid Sanskrit typing—right from your keyboard.