TAB to Libi Converter
Convert Tamil text from TAB encoding to Libi format instantly and for free.
About TAB to Libi Conversion
This free online tool converts Tamil text from TAB encoding to Libi encoding instantly. Simply paste your TAB text in the left panel and see the converted Libi output on the right.
What is TAB?
TAB (Tamil Bilingual) encoding was developed for bilingual Tamil-English computing, allowing seamless mixing of both scripts in a single document.
History
TAB encoding was created in the early 1990s to address the need for bilingual document creation in Tamil Nadu's government and educational sectors where both Tamil and English are official languages.
Usage
TAB encoding was used in government offices, educational institutions, and businesses that required frequent Tamil-English document creation. Legacy systems may still contain TAB-encoded files.
Characteristics
TAB encoding allocates specific byte ranges for Tamil characters while preserving standard ASCII for English, enabling true bilingual text processing.
What is Libi?
Libi is a Tamil font encoding developed for general-purpose Tamil word processing and document creation.
History
Libi encoding was created as part of efforts to provide accessible Tamil computing tools for everyday users in the 1990s.
Usage
Libi encoding is found in personal documents, letters, and general correspondence created with Libi-compatible software.
Why Convert from TAB to Libi?
Converting between TAB and Libi 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 TAB text in the left text area.
- The converted Libi 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.