# SanskritTypist — Devanagari & IAST Keyboard

> Custom keyboard for typing Sanskrit in Devanagari and IAST scripts. (iPhone/iPad app by Natalya Murashev.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sanskrittypist/id6450332512 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Natalya Murashev](https://appshunter.io/developer/664768600)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: $4.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 20 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2023-06-19
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sanskrittypist/id6450332512/reviews.md

## What is SanskritTypist?

SanskritTypist is the easiest way to type real Sanskrit—right from your keyboard. Whether you’re reading yoga texts, chanting mantras, or composing in scholarly IAST, this custom keyboard makes it fast, accurate, and intuitive.

Two Keyboards Built In

Switch between two powerful input modes with a tap:
	•	Devanagari: Type Sanskrit with Roman letters and see perfect Devanagari script in real time.
	•	IAST: For scholars and students, type using diacritics (like ā, ṇ, ś) for precise transliteration.

Designed for Yoga, Devotion & Study

Effortlessly type sacred Sanskrit words like:
	•	ॐ (Oṁ), गणेश (Gaṇeśa), शिव (Śiva), लक्ष्मी (Lakṣmī), कृष्ण (Kṛṣṇa), राम (Rāma), सीता (Sītā), and more.
	•	Ideal for yoga teachers, Sanskrit learners, and anyone chanting or reading ślokas and writing them in their own notes.

Smart Typing Features
	•	Instant Transliteration: Type “raama” and get “राम” or “siitaa” and get “सीता”.
	•	Long-Press Support: Hold keys for alternate characters like ण्, श्, ā, ś, and ॐ.
	•	Context-Aware Syllables: Automatically handles matras and full vowels based on position.
	•	Monospaced Examples: View clear input/output pairs so you always know what to expect.

Easy Setup
	1.	Go to Settings > General > Keyboard > Keyboards
	2.	Tap Add New Keyboard → Select SanskritTypist. Enable Devanagari & IAST
	3.	Use the globe icon in any app to switch keyboards


Whether you’re writing in Devanagari or IAST, SanskritTypist helps you express sacred sounds and verses with clarity and precision. No copy-pasting. No switching apps. Just fluid Sanskrit typing—right from your keyboard.

## Key features

- Devanagari input with Roman letters
- IAST transliteration with diacritics
- Instant transliteration
- Long-press for alternate characters
- Context-aware syllables
- Easy keyboard switching

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sanskrittypist/id6450332512/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Patience is required

*2024-09-17*

It took awhile to get it working, but now I can cluster consonants with the best of them.
Look what I did today: all with this app.
धर्मक्षेत्रे कुरुक्षेत्रे समवेता युयुत्सव: ||

मामकाः पाण्डवाश्चैव किमकुर्वत सञ्जय ||१||

Dhṛtarāṣṭra uvāca

dharmakṣetre kurukṣetre samavetā yuyutsavah

māmakāh pāṇḍavāścaiva kimakurvata sañjaya

### 1/5 — Not only doesn’t it work, it stops my other keyboards from working

*2024-06-12*

Installed on my iPhone and iPad. On the iPad it stopped the language selection key from working. On the iPhone it just didn’t work.
Total fail.

## Frequently asked questions about SanskritTypist

### How do I set up SanskritTypist?

To set up SanskritTypist, go to your device's Settings > General > Keyboard > Keyboards. Tap 'Add New Keyboard', select SanskritTypist, and enable both Devanagari & IAST. You can then switch to it using the globe icon in any app.

### What is the price of SanskritTypist?

SanskritTypist is a paid application, available for a one-time purchase of $4.99. This grants you full access to all its features without any additional costs or subscriptions.

### Does SanskritTypist have ads?

No, SanskritTypist does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an uninterrupted typing experience without any ad interruptions.

### What devices does SanskritTypist support?

SanskritTypist is designed for Apple devices and is supported on both iPhone and iPad. Ensure your device meets the compatibility requirements for the latest version.

### How often is SanskritTypist updated?

SanskritTypist was last updated on June 25, 2025, with version 2.1. The developer, Natalya Murashev, regularly releases updates to improve functionality and add new features.

### What is the age rating for SanskritTypist?

SanskritTypist has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no content restrictions.

### Can I type Sanskrit words like 'Om' and 'Krishna' with SanskritTypist?

Yes, SanskritTypist is specifically designed for typing sacred Sanskrit words. You can easily type words like ॐ (Oṁ), गणेश (Gaṇeśa), and कृष्ण (Kṛṣṇa) using its intuitive Devanagari and IAST input modes.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.3 — 2026-08-26

Sanskrit autocomplete is here! As you type, a suggestion bar shows the three most likely next letters in Devanagari and IAST. 

• Tap a suggestion to type it instantly
• Suggestions follow the script: full vowels at the start of a word, matras mid-word
• Works completely offline. Your typing never leaves your device

### 2.2 — 2026-08-21

Updated design for Liquid Glass

### 2.1 — 2025-06-25

* Added ॐ symbol to the "m" letter callout in IAST keyboard
* Both the Devanagari & IAST keyboards now start out with lowercased letters.

### 2.0 — 2025-06-24

* Complete redesign of the keyboard from the ground-up to make it extremely intuitive for iPhone and iPad users. 
* Just type naturally and use long-press to uncover specialty characters for each letter in both Devanagari and IAST
* App has been renamed to SanskritTypist!

### 1.7 — 2023-10-15

Added callout letters - when hard pressing a letter, now alternative Devanagari and IAST letters are shown to make typing even easier!

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