How the Conversion Works
Understanding Tamil text conversion between Unicode and Bamini encoding
UniTamil provides accurate conversion between Unicode Tamil and Bamini font encoding, handling the complexities of Tamil script seamlessly.
Understanding Tamil Script
Tamil is a complex script with unique characteristics:
- Base characters - Vowels (உயிர்) and consonants (மெய்)
- Vowel signs - Diacritical marks that modify consonants
- Consonant combinations - Ligatures formed by multiple consonants (e.g., க்ஷ, ஸ்ரீ)
Bidirectional Conversion
Unicode to Bamini
Convert modern Unicode Tamil text to Bamini format for compatibility with legacy systems and software that require Bamini font.
Example:
Unicode Input: அம்மா Bamini Output: (requires Bamini font to display correctly)
Bamini to Unicode
Convert Bamini-encoded text to Unicode for modern web compatibility, mobile devices, and search engine optimization.
Example:
Bamini Input: (Bamini encoded text) Unicode Output: அம்மா
Character Limits by Plan
| Plan | Character Limit | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Free (Unregistered) | 3,000 characters | Quick conversions, testing |
| Registered (Free) | 50,000 characters | Regular use, medium documents |
| Basic Plan | 50,000 characters | Professional use with history |
| Pro Plan | Unlimited | Large documents, batch processing |
What Gets Converted
UniTamil handles all Tamil text elements:
Tamil Characters
- All vowels and consonants
- Complex ligatures and conjuncts
- Vowel signs and diacritical marks
Numerals and Symbols
- Tamil numerals (௧, ௨, ௩, ௪, ௫, ௬, ௭, ௮, ௯, ௰)
- Currency symbols (₹)
- Punctuation marks
Formatting Preservation
UniTamil preserves your document structure:
- Line breaks and paragraphs
- Spacing and indentation
- Special characters (quotes, brackets, etc.)
Accuracy and Reliability
UniTamil ensures:
- Reversible conversion - Converting back and forth maintains text integrity
- Comprehensive coverage - Supports all standard Tamil characters
- Context-aware - Handles complex ligatures correctly
Special Cases
Some situations may need attention:
- Custom or modified Bamini font variants
- Mixed encoding within the same document
- Non-standard character combinations
For assistance with special cases, our Pro and Business plans include priority support.