Arabic Typing 101Learn to Type Arabic Fluently — Even on a QWERTY Keyboard
Build real Arabic typing speed with 108 structured lessons. Start free, no credit card needed.
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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
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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What Learners Say
“I tried learning Arabic typing on my own for months. The structured lesson approach here finally made it click. Went from hunting for every key to typing confidently in 6 weeks.”
“As someone who relocated to Dubai for work, being able to type Arabic was essential. This course taught me the layout faster than I thought possible.”
“I use this with my Arabic language students. The progressive approach from home row to full keyboard is exactly how typing should be taught.”
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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 £2.99/month or £30/year (save 17%). All new users get a 7-day free trial with no card required upfront.
Is there a free trial?▾
Yes! All new users get a 7-day free trial of Arabic Typing 101 Pro with full access to all 108 lessons, Arabic Typing Workspace, and Practice with Stories. No credit card required upfront. After the trial, you can choose to continue with the free plan (19 lessons per course) or upgrade to Pro for £2.99/month or £30/year.
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.
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