Works with any Unicode Ethiopic font, including Abyssinica SIL , Nyala , and Noto Sans Ethiopic .
Quick switching between languages using Ctrl + Shift or a customizable hotkey. 🛠️ How to Install and Set Up
Uses intuitive keystrokes (e.g., typing "s-e-l-a-m" creates "ሰላም"). power geez unicode 2 updated
While Windows has a built-in Amharic keyboard, many professionals prefer Power Geez Unicode 2 because:
The updated 2.0 release focuses on stability and user experience within Windows 10 and Windows 11 environments. Works with any Unicode Ethiopic font, including Abyssinica
For decades, Power Geez has been the gold standard for Amharic typing. However, the shift toward web-based content and cross-platform compatibility made the old software obsolete. The release of the Power Geez Unicode 2 Updated version bridges the gap between legacy ease-of-use and modern digital standards.
Use the Shift key to access the sixth form (Sadesh) or specialized characters. While Windows has a built-in Amharic keyboard, many
The updated version allows for easy switching between Arabic numerals (1, 2, 3) and Ge’ez numerals (፩, ፪, ፫).
You can tweak the behavior of the software to match your specific typing rhythm.
Modern Ethiopic punctuation (like the double-dot colon) is mapped to standard punctuation keys for faster workflow. ❓ Why Choose Power Geez Over Windows Native Keyboard?