What is Morse Code and how does it work?
Morse code is a method of transmitting text information using standardized sequences of dots and dashes. Each letter, number, and punctuation mark is represented by a unique combination of short signals (dots) and long signals (dashes). It was developed by Samuel Morse in the 1830s for telegraph communication.
How do I use this Morse Code encoder and decoder tool?
Simply type your text in the left panel and click “Convert to Morse” to encode it, or enter Morse code in the right panel and click “Convert to Text” to decode it. Use dots (.) and dashes (-) separated by spaces for individual letters, and larger spaces between words. The tool also provides audio playback with adjustable speed and frequency.
Can I adjust the speed and tone of the Morse code audio?
Yes! Use the speed control slider to adjust the Words Per Minute (WPM) from 5 to 30, and the frequency slider to change the tone from 300Hz to 1000Hz. These controls help you customize the audio output for optimal learning and practice sessions.
Is this tool suitable for learning Morse code?
Absolutely! This tool is perfect for beginners and advanced users alike. It includes a complete reference chart, audio playback for proper timing, and supports both encoding and decoding practice. The mobile-friendly design allows you to practice anywhere.
What characters and symbols are supported?
The tool supports all standard Morse code characters including the English alphabet (A-Z), numbers (0-9), and common punctuation marks such as periods, commas, question marks, apostrophes, exclamation marks, slashes, parentheses, ampersands, colons, semicolons, equals signs, plus signs, minus signs, underscores, quotation marks, dollar signs, and at symbols.
Is my data secure when using this tool?
Yes, your privacy is completely protected. This tool runs entirely in your web browser using client-side JavaScript. No text or Morse code data is transmitted to external servers or stored anywhere. All conversions happen locally on your device, ensuring complete confidentiality.
Can I use this tool offline?
Once the page is loaded, the core encoding and decoding functions work offline since they’re built with JavaScript. However, the audio features and some styling elements require an internet connection to load the necessary libraries and fonts initially.
What’s the difference between dots/dashes and dit/dah in Morse code?
Dots and dashes are the written symbols (. and -), while “dit” and “dah” are the spoken/audio equivalents. A dit is a short beep and a dah is a long beep, typically three times the length of a dit. Our audio playback uses the proper timing ratios for authentic Morse code sound.