Arabic Typing 101Structured Arabic typing course (Arabic 101 layout)
Master Arabic touch typing - fast, accurate, and confident
Built for English QWERTY users. Learn the Arabic 101 keyboard layout with 108 progressive lessons (desktop + mobile), real-time feedback, and practice tools that free typing sites don't teach.
Free preview: 19 lessons per course, no payment required. Upgrade to Pro anytime to unlock all 108 lessons. Cancel anytime.
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Type the given text as quickly and accurately as possible
How It Works
Start with the Basics
Learn the home row keys first
Build Speed Gradually
Progress through drills, words, and sentences
Type Arabic Fluently
Master all 28 letters, diacritics, and numbers
Why This Works (And Random Practice Doesn't)
Most "Arabic typing practice" pages give you text and a timer. Arabic Typing 101 teaches the Arabic 101 keyboard layout with guided progression so you build correct muscle memory.
Typical free typing sites
- ✕Random text with no curriculum or progression
- ✕Encourages guessing keys and building bad habits
- ✕Little help with finger placement, diacritics, or numbers
- ✕No clear path from "slow" to "fluent writing"
Arabic Typing 101
- ✓108 progressive lessons (desktop + mobile)
- ✓Teaches the Arabic 101 layout with finger guidance and feedback
- ✓Builds speed through drills, words, sentences, and real-world practice
- ✓Pro tools: Practice with Stories + Arabic Typing Workspace
Simple Pricing
Start with the free preview lessons. Upgrade to Pro to unlock the full 108-lesson course, Practice with Stories, and Arabic Typing Workspace.
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Go Beyond Basic Lessons
Unlock advanced practice tools with Pro - build real-world fluency and master Arabic writing
Practice with Stories
Build fluency with authentic Arabic from Islamic literature. Practice at your own pace with passages from the Story of Ibrahim (AS) in Qisas an-Nabiyeen by Abul Hasan Ali Nadwi.
- ✓No timers - practice at your own pace
- ✓Optional diacritics for flexible practice
- ✓Track records and beat your best scores
Arabic Typing Workspace
Practice typing Arabic freely with a full-featured word processor. Perfect for homework, essays, creative writing, and daily practice sessions.
- ✓4 professional Arabic fonts to choose from
- ✓Export to .txt and .docx with proper RTL formatting
- ✓Auto-save with cross-device sync
Practice Sarf Patterns
Master Arabic verb morphology (صرف) with our systematic pattern-based approach. Unit 1 completely free - learn the foundation of Arabic grammar.
- ✓Unit 1 FREE: Past Active Form 1 (8 lessons)
- ✓Learn 14 conjugations systematically
- ✓Future units coming soon for Pro
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Who This Is For
Great fit if you:
- ✓Want to touch type Arabic (not hunt-and-peck)
- ✓Type on a physical keyboard and need the Arabic 101 layout
- ✓Need Arabic typing for study, work, teaching, or daily writing
- ✓Prefer structured progression with feedback and tracking
Not ideal if you:
- ✕Only want a one-off typing test or a random practice page
- ✕Want an on-screen Arabic keyboard to click (not touch typing)
- ✕Don't plan to practice consistently for 10-15 minutes a day
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to learn Arabic typing?▾
With our structured 108-lesson course (62 desktop + 46 mobile), most students can learn basic Arabic touch typing in 4-6 weeks with regular practice. The course is self-paced, so you can progress faster or slower depending on your schedule. Each lesson takes 10-15 minutes to complete.
Do I need to know Arabic to use this course?▾
No, you don't need to know Arabic to learn typing! Our course is specifically designed for English QWERTY keyboard users who want to learn Arabic touch typing. We teach the Arabic 101 keyboard layout from scratch, starting with the home row and progressively building your skills. However, knowing Arabic will help with comprehension of practice words and sentences.
How much does Arabic Typing 101 cost?▾
We offer a freemium model with 19 free lessons per course (38 free lessons total across desktop and mobile). For full access to all 108 lessons plus Pro features like Arabic Typing Workspace and Practice with Stories, upgrade to Pro for GBP 4.99/month, GBP 49/year, or GBP 79 for lifetime access. Cancel monthly and annual subscriptions anytime through your account settings.
Can I try the course before paying?▾
Yes. The free plan gives you 19 lessons per course (38 lessons total across desktop and mobile) plus 8 free Sarf lessons — no credit card required. Upgrade to Pro anytime for the full 108-lesson course, Arabic Typing Workspace, and Practice with Stories.
What are the Pro features?▾
Pro subscribers get: (1) Full access to all 108 lessons (62 desktop + 46 mobile) including advanced topics like diacritics, numbers, and real-world practice. (2) Arabic Typing Workspace - a full-featured word processor with 4 Arabic fonts, auto-save, cross-device sync, and export to .txt/.docx. (3) Practice with Stories - authentic Arabic texts from Islamic literature like the Story of Ibrahim, with no timers and optional diacritics for flexible practice.
Is Arabic Typing 101 a free typing tool?▾
Arabic Typing 101 is a structured course designed to teach Arabic touch typing (Arabic 101 layout) through progressive lessons. You can start with free preview lessons, and Pro is paid to unlock the full course and practice tools. If you only need occasional Arabic typing or a one-off speed test, a free typing site may be enough.
Learning Resources
Add Arabic Keyboard
Step-by-step setup guide for Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android
Arabic 101 Keyboard Guide
Learn the layout, finger placement, and key positions for the standard Arabic 101 keyboard
Arabic Diacritics Guide
Master harakat, tashkeel, and vowel marks with our complete guide to Arabic diacritics
Free reference
Browse the Arabic alphabet & keyboard reference
Dedicated pages for every one of the 28 Arabic letters, every key on the Arabic 101 layout, and every diacritic mark — with pronunciation, typing shortcuts, and example words.
New every day
Daily typing challenge
A fresh passage every day, with a global leaderboard for the fastest typists
For Schools & Teachers
Teaching Arabic typing in a classroom or madrasah?
Bring structured Arabic 101 desktop and mobile lessons to your students with a Teacher Starter Pack for up to 20 learners.