⚡ Morse Code

About Morse Code

Morse code is a method of encoding text characters as sequences of dots and dashes (or short and long signals). Developed in the 1830s-1840s by Samuel Morse and Alfred Vail, it revolutionized long-distance communication and remains useful today for emergency signaling, amateur radio, and accessibility applications.

Features

🔤 Text Converter

Convert between regular text and Morse code instantly:

• Text to Morse: Type any message and convert it to dots and dashes
• Morse to Text: Decode Morse code back into readable text
• Supports: Letters A-Z, numbers 0-9, and common punctuation marks

📋 Cheat Sheet

Learn Morse code with our comprehensive reference guide:

• Visual reference for all letters and numbers
• Easy-to-read format showing character and its Morse equivalent
• Perfect for learning and quick lookups

🔦 Flashlight Player

Transmit messages using your device's flashlight:

• Flash messages: Convert text to Morse code and flash it with your phone's LED
• Adjustable speed: Control transmission speed from 5-40 WPM (Words Per Minute)
• Visual indicator: On-screen indicator shows the flashing pattern
• Standard timing: Uses proper Morse code timing ratios for accurate transmission

📷 Camera Reader

Detect and decode Morse code flashes using your camera:

• Real-time detection: Uses your device's camera to detect light flashes
• Automatic decoding: Converts detected flashes into dots and dashes, then to text
• Smart timing: Distinguishes between dots, dashes, letters, and word gaps
• Visual feedback: Shows both the detected Morse code and decoded text

How Morse Code Works

Basic Symbols

• Dot (.): A short signal (dit)
• Dash (-): A long signal, three times the length of a dot (dah)

Timing Rules

1. A dash is three times longer than a dot
2. The space between symbols (dots/dashes) within a letter is one dot length
3. The space between letters is three dot lengths
4. The space between words is seven dot lengths

Common Examples

Use Cases

Tips for Best Results

Using the Flashlight Player

• Start with a slow speed (5-10 WPM) when learning
• Make sure your device's flashlight is working before starting
• Use in a dark environment for best visibility
• Practice with simple messages like "SOS" or "HI" first

Using the Camera Reader

• Ensure good lighting contrast (bright flash against dark background)
• Point the camera directly at the light source
• Use consistent flash timing for better detection
• Start with slow, deliberate flashes
• Grant camera permissions when prompted

Privacy & Permissions

The Morse Code app requires the following permissions:

• Camera: Required for the Reader feature to detect light flashes. Only used when you explicitly activate the camera reader.
• Flashlight: Required for the Player feature to transmit messages. Only activated when you choose to play a message.

Your privacy is important: No data is collected, stored, or transmitted. All processing happens locally on your device. The camera feed is analyzed in real-time and not recorded or saved.

Browser Compatibility

The Morse Code app works best on modern browsers with support for:

• Media Devices API (for camera and flashlight access)
• Canvas API (for camera image processing)
• ES6 JavaScript

Tested on: Chrome 90+, Firefox 88+, Safari 14+, Edge 90+

Note: Flashlight control is primarily available on mobile devices. Desktop users can use the visual indicator.