Braille Converter
betaThis free braille converter turns text into Grade 1 (uncontracted) Unicode braille. It maps letters, digits and common punctuation to braille cells and adds the capital and number indicators, so you can copy the braille or download it as a text file. Everything runs in your browser; nothing is uploaded.
Convert text to Grade 1 (uncontracted) Unicode braille — letters, numbers and common punctuation, with capital and number signs. Copy the braille or download it. Everything runs in your browser.
This is uncontracted Grade 1 braille as Unicode cells. Contracted Grade 2 and BRF embosser files are not produced.
How to use Braille Converter
- 1 Type or paste your text.
- 2 The Grade 1 braille appears instantly below.
- 3 Copy the braille, or download it as a .txt file.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of braille is this?
Uncontracted Grade 1 English braille, output as Unicode braille cells (the U+2800 block). Each letter, digit and punctuation mark maps to its cell, with capital and number signs.
Does it do contracted Grade 2 braille?
No. Grade 2 uses hundreds of contractions and is not produced here; this tool is Grade 1 (letter-for-letter).
Can I produce a BRF file for an embosser?
Not currently — the output is Unicode braille text for on-screen use and copying, not an embosser-ready BRF file.
Is my text uploaded?
No. The conversion runs entirely in your browser; your text never leaves your device.
Does it work offline?
Yes. PDFPowerHub is a PWA, so once loaded the converter works with no internet connection.