Online Chinese Keyboards
Online Chinese keyboards make it easy to type Chinese characters directly in your browser without installing software or changing your device’s keyboard settings. Many let you enter pinyin and select the correct Chinese characters, while some also offer handwriting input, Traditional and Simplified Chinese, or other useful tools. They’re especially handy when using a shared computer, working on a device without a Chinese IME installed, or when you just need to type a little Chinese quickly.
Chinese Keyboards
This tool ets you type Chinese directly in your browser using pinyin, with no Chinese keyboard or input method to install. Type pinyin without tone marks and choose the characters or words you want from the suggestions that appear. The tool also includes handwriting input for characters you don’t know how to pronounce, can convert your text to Traditional Chinese, and lets you copy your finished text for use elsewhere. It’s a handy option for quick Chinese typing on shared or unfamiliar devices or whenever your regular Chinese keyboard isn’t available.
Free
This tool lets you type Chinese directly in your browser using pinyin, with no Chinese keyboard or input software to install. It supports both Simplified and Traditional Chinese and provides numbered character choices as you type. It’s a convenient option for occasional Chinese typing, shared computers, or anytime your usual Chinese keyboard isn’t available.
Free / Paid Web-Based
This tool lets you type Chinese in your browser using pinyin without installing or configuring a Chinese keyboard on your device. Type pinyin and select the Chinese characters you want from the suggestions that appear, or use its separate pinyin mode to add tone marks. It works on computers, phones, and tablets with no account required, making it a convenient option for quick Chinese typing on shared or unfamiliar devices. For frequent typing, your device’s built-in Chinese keyboard will generally offer better predictions and a larger vocabulary.
