To type the Hindi full stop, known as पूर्ण विराम (purn viram), on a standard English keyboard with Hindi typing enabled, press Shift + Backslash (\). If you are using a mobile device, the Google Indic Keyboard offers a direct option for the Hindi full stop.
The Hindi full stop is represented by the character । and differs from the English full stop (.). It signifies the end of a sentence in Devanagari script, similar to how a period works in English.
Typing the Devanagari Full Stop (पूर्ण विराम)
Typing in Hindi requires an understanding of how the special characters, like the full stop, are mapped onto a standard keyboard. This process varies slightly depending on whether you're using a desktop computer or a mobile device.
On Desktop Computers (Windows, macOS, Linux)
When you have a Hindi keyboard layout or an input method editor (IME) activated (such as Google Input Tools, Windows Indic Keyboard, or other Devanagari layouts), the पूर्ण विराम character is usually found on a specific key combination:
- Key Combination: Press Shift and the Backslash (\) key simultaneously.
- Example: To type "यह एक वाक्य है।", you would type "yah ek vaky hai" and then
Shift+\.
- Example: To type "यह एक वाक्य है।", you would type "yah ek vaky hai" and then
This method applies to most standard Devanagari keyboard layouts, including Inscript and Phonetic (Transliteration) layouts. It's crucial to ensure your Hindi input method is active for this key combination to work correctly.
On Mobile Devices (Android, iOS)
For typing Hindi on smartphones and tablets, specialized keyboards offer a much more intuitive experience. The Google Indic Keyboard is a popular and highly recommended option:
- Google Indic Keyboard: This keyboard provides direct access to the Hindi full stop.
- After selecting Hindi as the input language, you will typically find the
।character readily available on the main keyboard layout or under a special characters/symbols menu. - You might see it directly above the enter key or as an option when long-pressing the regular period key, depending on the keyboard theme and version.
- You can download the Google Indic Keyboard from the Google Play Store for Android or the App Store for iOS.
- After selecting Hindi as the input language, you will typically find the
Summary Table for Typing Hindi Full Stop
| Device Type | Method | Key/Action | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desktop/Laptop | Standard Hindi Keyboard Layout / IME | Shift + \ (Backslash) |
। |
| Mobile | Google Indic Keyboard (or similar app) | Direct button on keyboard / symbols menu | । |
Why Use the Hindi Full Stop?
Using the correct पूर्ण विराम (।) is essential for maintaining grammatical accuracy and readability in Hindi text. While some might use a regular period (.) in informal digital communication, the पूर्ण विराम is the grammatically correct and universally accepted terminator for sentences written in Devanagari script.
By following these simple steps, you can easily type the Hindi full stop on any device, ensuring your Hindi writing is accurate and culturally appropriate.
