Type French online with accents and symbols
This online French keyboard helps you type French when you do not have a French layout installed. It is useful for quick emails, school work, and filling out forms where you need the correct letters.
French often uses accents such as é, è, ê, and ç. This page puts them on easy keys so you can write naturally instead of guessing or skipping marks.
Typing French on this page
You can type in French using your physical keyboard or by clicking the on-screen keys. The same text area works for both.
- Click inside the text box to place the cursor.
- Type normally, or click the characters you need.
- Use Shift for uppercase letters and the alternate characters shown on keys.
- When you finish, copy or download your text.
What you can do with this French keyboard
- French characters ready to use: Quickly type letters like é, à, è, and ç without changing device settings.
- Undo and redo: Fix mistakes while you write without deleting everything.
- Copy and clear: Copy the text to paste into another app, or clear the box to start again.
- Download: Save what you typed as a simple text file.
Voice typing in French
If your browser supports speech recognition, you can use voice typing to dictate French. This can help for longer messages, quick drafts, or when you want to get the main idea down first.
After dictation, it is normal to make small edits. Use the keyboard to add accents, fix names, or adjust punctuation.
To use it, start voice typing, speak clearly, then stop and review the result before copying it.
Using the on-screen keys for French accents
Click any key to insert that character at the cursor position. This is handy on phones and tablets, and also on computers where your physical keyboard is not set to French.
If you are using a physical keyboard, keep an eye on the keys with accents, because some characters may be placed differently than your usual layout. You can also mix both methods, for example type most of the sentence with your keyboard and click é or ç when you need them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I type French accents like é and ç here?
Yes. The layout includes common French accented letters and symbols.
Does this online French keyboard change my device keyboard?
No. It only types into the text box on this page.
Can I use voice typing for French?
Yes, if your browser supports it. Dictate first, then edit with the keyboard if needed.
How do I copy what I typed?
Use the Copy tool, then paste the text into your email, document, or chat.
Can I download my French text?
Yes. Use Download to save a text file.
Will this work on mobile?
Yes. You can tap the on-screen keys on phones and tablets.