Mylai to Unicode Converter
Convert Tamil text from Mylai encoding to Unicode format instantly and for free.
About Mylai to Unicode Conversion
This free online tool converts Tamil text from Mylai encoding to Unicode encoding instantly. Simply paste your Mylai text in the left panel and see the converted Unicode output on the right.
What is Mylai?
Mylai encoding, named after a historic area of Chennai (Mylapore), was designed for Tamil desktop publishing.
History
Mylai was developed by Chennai-based software developers to serve the local publishing and printing industry.
Usage
Mylai encoding is found in publications, brochures, and printed materials created by publishers using Mylai fonts.
Characteristics
Mylai offers a comprehensive character set with good typographic features for professional publishing.
What is Unicode?
Unicode is the universal character encoding standard that provides a unique number for every character across all writing systems. For Tamil, Unicode range U+0B80–U+0BFF contains all Tamil characters.
History
Unicode was first published in 1991 by the Unicode Consortium. Tamil was included in the initial Unicode 1.0 release, making it one of the first Indic scripts to be encoded. The standard has evolved to include additional Tamil characters and symbols over subsequent versions.
Usage
Unicode Tamil is now the standard for all modern computing, web pages, mobile devices, and digital communications. It ensures Tamil text displays correctly across different platforms, browsers, and applications without font dependencies.
Why Convert from Mylai to Unicode?
Converting from Mylai to Unicode is essential for modern compatibility. Unicode is the universal standard for text encoding, supported by all modern operating systems, web browsers, and applications.
- Universal Compatibility: Unicode text displays correctly on any device without special fonts.
- Web Standards: Modern websites and applications require Unicode for proper Tamil text rendering.
- Search & Accessibility: Unicode text can be indexed by search engines and read by screen readers.
- Future-Proof: Unicode is the long-term standard for digital text preservation.
How to Use This Converter
- Paste or type your Mylai text in the left text area.
- The converted Unicode 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.
Character Map: Mylai ↔ Unicode
Reference table showing how Mylai characters correspond to Unicode Tamil characters. This mapping enables accurate conversion between Mylai encoded text and the universal Unicode standard used by modern devices and applications.