Handwritten Braille
Handwritten Braille was invented by Frederico Martins as a version
Braille that is relatively easy for sighted people to learn and read,
and which can also be used as a form of shorthand. Frederico's girlfriend,
who works blind people, has learnt the script and now finds it easier
to read Braille.
Notable features
- Type of writing system: alphabet.
- Direction of writing: left to right in horizontal lines.
- Used to write: English, Portuguese and just about any
language that can be written with Braille.
Handwritten Braille alphabet
How Braille dots are converted to Handwritten Braille
Sample text
Transliteration
All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights. They
are endowed with reason and conscience and should act towards one another
in a spirit of brotherhood.
(Article 1 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights)
Download a font for Handwritten Braille (TrueType, 11K)
If you have any questions about Handwritten Braille, you can contact Frederico at:
frederico4d@gmail.com
Other writing systems invented by visitors to this site
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