Morse Code Encoder Convert text to Morse code (dots and dashes).
Morse Code Encoder
Convert text to Morse code (dots and dashes).
Type Your Message
Type the text you want to convert to Morse code.
Choose Separator
Select the separator between letters.
Copy Morse Code
Copy the Morse code output.
What Is Morse Code Encoder?
A Morse code encoder converts text into Morse code, the famous communication system using dots (·) and dashes (—) to represent letters, numbers, and punctuation. Radio operators and amateur ham radio enthusiasts use it to encode messages in morse code, solving the problem of transmitting information over noisy or low-bandwidth channels where traditional voice communication may not be reliable.
The Morse Code Encoder is particularly useful for those who need to convert text to morse code quickly and accurately, as it supports the full international standard including letters, numbers, and common punctuation. What makes this tool different is its ability to customize the output format by allowing users to choose from three different letter separators: space, pipe (|), or slash (/).
It also uses a mapping object to translate each character into its corresponding morse code sequence, ensuring accurate results for even complex inputs. For example, when using it as a morse code converter, the tool can handle special characters like parentheses and dollar signs, which have unique morse code representations. As a morse code generator, it can produce output that can be easily copied and used in various applications, such as encoding a message in morse code for transmission over radio waves or using an online morse code translator to decode received messages.
Why Use Morse Code Encoder?
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Encode full International Morse Code alphabet
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Supports letters, numbers, and punctuation
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Customizable letter separator
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Educational tool for learning Morse code
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Instant conversion
Common Use Cases
Learning Morse Code
Practice Morse code by converting text and studying the patterns.
Amateur Radio
Prepare Morse code messages for ham radio CW (continuous wave) communication.
Puzzles & Geocaching
Create Morse code puzzles for escape rooms, geocaching, or scavenger hunts.
Emergency Preparedness
Learn basic Morse code for emergency signaling (SOS = ··· ——— ···).
Technical Guide
The encoder uses a lookup table mapping each character to its International Morse Code equivalent. Letters and numbers have unique dot-dash patterns: dots (·) represent short signals, dashes (—) represent long signals (3× dot length). Within a character, elements are separated by silence equal to one dot length. Between characters, silence equals 3 dot lengths (represented by the chosen separator). Between words, silence equals 7 dot lengths (represented by /). The space character maps to "/" in the output to indicate word boundaries.
Tips & Best Practices
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1SOS in Morse code is ··· ——— ··· — the most recognized distress signal
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2E (·) and T (—) are the simplest codes — they're also the most common English letters
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3Word boundaries are indicated by "/" in the output
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4Use the pipe separator for clearer visual separation between letters
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5Morse code is still used in aviation, amateur radio, and emergency communication
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📝 Text ToolsFrequently Asked Questions
Q What characters does Morse code support?
Q How are word spaces represented in Morse code?
Q Is Morse code case-sensitive?
Q What do dots and dashes mean in Morse code?
Q Can I decode Morse code back to text?
About This Tool
Morse Code Encoder is a free online tool by FreeToolkit.ai. All processing happens directly in your browser — your data never leaves your device. No registration or installation required.