Setting up Sinhala Unicode typing on your device is straightforward once you know the steps. This guide covers every major platform in 2026.

Windows 10 / 11

Windows includes a built-in Sinhala input method. Go to Settings → Time & Language → Language & Region → Add a language. Search for "Sinhala" and install it. Once installed, press Win + Space to switch between English and Sinhala input. Windows offers both the standard Sinhala keyboard layout and a phonetic (Wijesekara) layout.

For phonetic Singlish-style input on Windows, use our online converter or install Google Input Tools for Chrome.

Mac (macOS)

Go to System Settings → Keyboard → Input Sources → Add (+). Search for "Sinhala" and add the Sinhala keyboard. Use the Input Menu in the menu bar to switch between keyboards. Mac supports the standard Sinhala Unicode keyboard layout.

Android

Android 7 and above have built-in Sinhala support in Gboard. Open Gboard settings, tap Languages → Add keyboard → Sinhala. Gboard supports both a Sinhala script keyboard and a Singlish phonetic layout. The Helakuru keyboard app is also widely recommended for Singlish input.

iPhone / iPad (iOS)

Go to Settings → General → Keyboard → Keyboards → Add New Keyboard. Scroll to find Sinhala and add it. Switch keyboards using the globe icon on the keyboard. iOS supports Sinhala Unicode input natively from iOS 13 onwards.

Quickest Method: Use Our Online Converter

If you do not want to change keyboard settings, our Singlish converter lets you type in English phonetics and instantly get Sinhala Unicode. Copy and paste the output anywhere — WhatsApp, Word, Gmail, social media.