German To Braille Translation

German To Braille Translation is a free online tool that helps you translate German to Braille. Use it right on this page, with no sign-up and nothing to install.

How to use the German To Braille Translation

Type or paste your input.
Enter a value for “Font Size”.
Click “Translate”.
Your result shows on the page. Use “Download as Image” to save it. Use “Reset” to start again.

Why use this German To Braille Translation?

The German To Braille Translation is handy for learning Braille, preparing accessible material and checking your work. It is free, easy to use and works on any device.

Helpful for learners, teachers and families
Supports accessible reading and study material
No special software needed

German To Braille Translation – frequently asked questions

Is the German To Braille Translation free to use?

Yes, it is free. You can use the German To Braille Translation as often as you like without signing up.

Do I need to install anything?

No. It runs in your web browser on a phone, tablet or computer.

Is my data safe when I use the German To Braille Translation?

The tool runs in your browser, so what you enter is processed on your own device and is not sent to our servers.

What is Braille?

Braille is a touch-based writing system that uses raised dots. Many people who are blind or have low vision use it to read and write.

More free Braille Translators

Browse all Braille Translators on Ilmhunt, or see all free online tools.

Further reading: Braille on Wikipedia

Embed this tool on your website — free

Copy the code below to add this working tool to your own page. A small credit link stays with it — that’s all we ask.

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            'a': '⠁', 'b': '⠃', 'c': '⠉', 'd': '⠙', 'e': '⠑',
            'f': '⠋', 'g': '⠛', 'h': '⠓', 'i': '⠊', 'j': '⠚',
            'k': '⠅', 'l': '⠇', 'm': '⠍', 'n': '⠝', 'o': '⠕',
            'p': '⠏', 'q': '⠟', 'r': '⠗', 's': '⠎', 'ß': '⠌',
            't': '⠞', 'u': '⠥', 'v': '⠧', 'w': '⠺', 'x': '⠭',
            'y': '⠽', 'z': '⠵', 'ä': '⠡', 'ö': '⠹', 'ü': '⠻',
            ' ': ' ', '.': '⠲', ',': '⠂', '?': '⠦', '!': '⠖',
            &quot;'&quot;: '⠄', '-': '⠤', '&quot;': '⠶', ':': '⠒', ';': '⠆',
            '1': '⠁', '2': '⠃', '3': '⠉', '4': '⠙', '5': '⠑',
            '6': '⠋', '7': '⠛', '8': '⠓', '9': '⠊', '0': '⠚'
        };

        function translateToBraille() {
            const input = document.getElementById('inputText').value.toLowerCase().trim();
            if (!input) {
                document.getElementById('outputText').textContent = 'Bitte geben Sie Text zum Übersetzen ein.';
                return;
            }

            let brailleText = '';
            for (const char of input) {
                brailleText += germanToBrailleMap[char] || '?'; // Use '?' for unsupported characters
            }

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        }

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        }

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        }

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