About Morse Code
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Morse code is a method of transmitting text information as a series of on-off tones, lights, or clicks. It was invented by Samuel Morse in the 1830s and became the standard for long-distance communication for over a century.
The famous distress signal SOS (· · · − − − · · ·) was chosen not because it stands for "Save Our Ship" or "Save Our Souls", but simply because it's easy to recognize and transmit in Morse code.
How It Works
Letters are separated by short pauses, and words by longer pauses. The most common letters in English (E, T) have the shortest codes (· and −), making transmission more efficient.
About The Site
This translator was built to help people learn and use Morse code easily. Whether you're a radio enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious about this fascinating communication method, this tool makes encoding and decoding simple.
Features:
- ▸Instant encoding from text to Morse code
- ▸Real-time decoding from Morse to text
- ▸Complete reference guide with all characters
- ▸Keyboard shortcuts for quick encoding/decoding
Fun Facts
Titanic's Last Words
The Titanic sent distress signals in Morse code before sinking in 1912. The operator worked until the very end, sending SOS messages.
Still Used Today
Amateur radio operators worldwide still use Morse code. It can travel farther than voice in poor conditions and requires less power.
Secret Communication
POWs in Vietnam blinked Morse code during filmed propaganda to send hidden messages. Jeremiah Denton blinked "T-O-R-T-U-R-E" during a 1966 interview.
Lightning Fast
Expert operators can transmit 40-50 words per minute in Morse code, which is faster than most people can write by hand!
Start translating and discover the beauty of Morse code!