How to Write in Hindi in Microsoft Word

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Last Updated: April 13, 2024 Tested

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Writing in Hindi on Microsoft Word is possible with just a little set-up. You can either download Microsoft's free software known as the "Microsoft Indic Language Input Tool", or you can download and install a Hindi font and choose it when you type.

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Using the Microsoft Indic Language Input Tool

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   Microsoft corporation freely provide software for indian typing. It is easy to install the software.
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   Go to Microsoft's download site.

   • Make sure you've selected Hindi as your language and then click on Install Desktop Version.
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   Make sure your system supports the software. If so, click on Install now button which is at the bottom of the software page to download the software.
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   Wait for the software to download and install. If the software is successfully installed in your system than it will create a "Language Bar" in the task bar.
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   Choose a Hindi language from the bar. Then you can type in Hindi in Microsoft Word.
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   Search online for an Indian font that allows Hindi characters. Download it.
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   Install the font on your computer.
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   Select the chosen font in Word, and start typing.
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