German Keyboard - Deutsch Keyboard

Type German online with your computer keyboard, mouse, or touchscreen.

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This German Keyboard types German online in the Standard (T1) or Neo 2.0 layout. Dead keys add the accented letters.

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Keyboard shortcuts

Esc — switch between the online German keyboard and QWERTY input
Shift / Ctrl + Alt / AltGr — access additional German characters

How to type German

To type accented letters, press the diacritical mark first. You may find additional accented letters by pressing Shift.

The mapping for accessing the different levels in the Neo 2.0 layout is shown below.

Level 2 Shift

Level 3 Caps Lock

Level 4 AltGr

Level 5 Caps Lock + Shift

Level 6 AltGr + Shift

Copy your German text

When you're finished, select Copy to copy your text to the clipboard and paste it into any application, message, document, or website.

German Keyboard FAQ

Do I need to install a German keyboard?
No. This virtual keyboard works directly in your browser.

Can I use my physical keyboard?
Yes. Type with your computer keyboard while the German input mode is active.