Marathi Typing Rules & Shortcuts

Marathi typing follows the same Devanagari script as Hindi but has some unique characters and rules. This guide covers everything you need to know about Marathi typing in both Unicode and legacy Shree Lipi format.

Marathi-Specific Characters

Marathi uses several characters that differ from standard Hindi:

• ळ (ḷa): A retroflex lateral approximant unique to Marathi
• ऑ (ô): Used in loanwords from English
• ॲ (æ): Another vowel specific to Marathi

Keyboard Layout for Marathi

Marathi typing on computers typically uses one of two layouts:

• Inscript: Standard government layout — same as Hindi Inscript with Marathi-specific characters accessible via Alt key combinations
• Phonetic: Type Marathi words as they sound in English and the software converts automatically

Converting Marathi Unicode to Shree Lipi

Many Marathi newspapers, magazines, and government offices in Maharashtra still use Shree Lipi fonts for their archival and print workflows. If you have Marathi text in Unicode format and need to convert it for printing, use our free Unicode to Shree Lipi Converter tool.

Common Typing Mistakes to Avoid

• Confusing the anusvara (ं) with chandrabindu (ँ)
• Incorrect placement of vowel signs (matras) before consonants
• Using Hindi font shortcuts in Marathi text (different key mappings apply)