Morse Code Translator - Encoder & Decoder
Convert text to International Morse Code or decode Morse code back to readable text. Supports letters, numbers, and punctuation with multiple output formats.
International Morse Code Reference
Dot (.) represents a short signal, Dash (-) represents a long signal (3x dot length)
Word separator: / (slash) • Letter separator: space
Morse Code Tools
Advanced Decoder
Dedicated Morse code decoder with format auto-detection
- • Auto-format detection
- • Statistics & analysis
- • Unknown code highlighting
Reference Chart
Complete visual Morse code reference with dot/dash visualization
- • Visual dot/dash display
- • Filter by category
- • Timing rules guide
Examples & Code
Programming implementations and historical examples
- • Python & JavaScript code
- • Historical applications
- • Interactive tutorials
Frequently Asked Questions About Morse Code
What is Morse code?
Morse code is a character encoding system that represents text as sequences of dots (short signals) and dashes (long signals). Invented by Samuel Morse and Alfred Vail in the 1830s for telegraph communication, it became one of the most important encoding systems in history.
How does Morse code work?
Each letter, number, and punctuation mark has a unique pattern of dots and dashes. A dot is a short signal (1 time unit), and a dash is three times longer. Characters are separated by short pauses, and words by longer pauses. For example, 'SOS' is '... --- ...'.
Is Morse code still used today?
Yes! Morse code remains in use in amateur (ham) radio, aviation navigation aids, emergency signaling, and accessibility technology. The SOS distress signal is universally recognized, and many people learn Morse code as a valuable skill.
What is the most famous Morse code signal?
SOS (... --- ...) is the most famous Morse code signal. Adopted internationally in 1906, it was chosen because its pattern is easy to recognize. It does not actually stand for "Save Our Souls" — that's a popular backronym.