Koeln to Bamini Converter
Convert Tamil text from Koeln encoding to Bamini format instantly and for free.
About Koeln to Bamini Conversion
This free online tool converts Tamil text from Koeln encoding to Bamini encoding instantly. Simply paste your Koeln text in the left panel and see the converted Bamini output on the right.
What is Koeln?
Koeln (Cologne) encoding was developed at the University of Cologne for Tamil linguistic research and text processing.
History
The Koeln encoding originated from academic Tamil studies in Germany, where researchers needed a consistent way to digitize Tamil manuscripts and texts.
Usage
Koeln encoding is found in academic databases, linguistic corpora, and research publications related to Tamil language studies.
Characteristics
Koeln encoding was designed with linguistic analysis in mind, providing clear mappings for phonetic and morphological processing.
What is Bamini?
Bamini is one of the most widely used Tamil font encodings, particularly popular in Sri Lanka and among the Tamil diaspora. It uses ASCII character positions to represent Tamil characters.
History
Bamini was developed in the early 1990s as a practical solution for typing Tamil on computers before Unicode support became widespread. It became the de facto standard for Tamil publishing in Sri Lanka and was extensively used in newspapers, books, and official documents.
Usage
Bamini encoding is still found in legacy documents, older websites, and archival materials. Many Tamil newspapers and publishers in Sri Lanka continue to maintain Bamini-encoded archives. Converting to Unicode is essential for modern accessibility.
Why Convert from Koeln to Bamini?
Converting between Koeln and Bamini allows you to work with documents across different systems and applications that use these encodings.
For best results, we recommend converting legacy encodings to Unicode first, which provides universal compatibility and can then be converted to any other format as needed.
How to Use This Converter
- Paste or type your Koeln text in the left text area.
- The converted Bamini text will appear automatically in the right panel.
- Click "Copy to clipboard" to copy the converted text.
- Use the swap button (↔) to reverse the conversion direction.
- Click on the encoding dropdowns to select different source or target encodings.