The UniBijoy layout is a keyboard design that allows you to type in Bangla using the Bijoy keyboard style, but it uses Unicode encoding. It helps users to type Bengali using the Avro keyboard, but in Bijoy layout.
The UniBijoy keeps the same key arrangement as Bijoy, making it easy to type without having to learn a new layout. In this guide, we’ll walk you through downloading and adding UniBijoy Layout on Avro Keyboard.
Overview of UniBijoy Layout
The UniBijoy layout is a modified version of the Bijoy keyboard layout that allows users to type Bangla characters using Unicode encoding. This makes it an excellent choice for those who prefer Bijoy-style typing but need Unicode support.
UniBijoy Layout for Avro Keyboard
Avro Keyboard is a completely free Bengali typing keyboard with advanced features. If you often type Bangla using the Avro keyboard, you might love it for it’s comprehensive phonetic typing feature.
It’s a free, open-source Bangla typing software developed by OmicronLab. Avro Keyboard offers different keyboard layouts, including Phonetic, Jatiyo, and Probhat, but UniBijoy is not included by default. However, you can manually add the UniBijoy layout to Avro Keyboard.
Adding the UniBijoy layout to Avro Keyboard enhances its functionality, allowing you to type in Bengali with ease.
Why Use UniBijoy on Avro Keyboard?
- Avro Keyboard is free, whereas traditional Bijoy software requires a license.
- Use both bijoy and phonetic typing within the same software.
- Unicode suppoprt
- Easy switching different Bangla keyboard layouts
Downloading and Adding UniBijoy Layout on Avro Keyboard
Here are a few steps for adding UniBijoy layout to Avro. If you want to add UniBijoy layout to your Avro keyboard, just follow the below steps.
Step 1: Download the UniBijoy Layout File
To use UniBijoy on Avro Keyboard, you need to download the layout file first. So download the file by clicking on the below download button. Save the file in an easily accessible folder on your computer.
Step 2: Install Avro Keyboard (If Not Installed)
If you haven’t installed Avro Keyboard on your computer, first download the Avro and install it on your PC. Go to the OmicronLab website to download Avro Keyboard, or we have a complete guide to installing Avro Keyboard; check this out.
Step 3: Install UniBijoy Layout
Once you have both the Avro Keyboard and UniBijoy layout ready, follow these steps:
Double-click on the unibijoy layout file extension with (.avrolayout)
You will see a prompt message about installation Click Yes to continue. After that, you will see a successful message as below.
Step 4: Enable UniBijoy Layout
In the final step, click on the Avro Keyboard icon in the system tray. Select Keyboard Layout > ub2.
Done! Start typing in Bangla using the UniBijoy keyboard layout!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I use UniBijoy on Avro Keyboard for free?
Yes! Avro Keyboard is free, and adding the UniBijoy layout does not require any extra cost.
2. Is UniBijoy better than the default Avro layouts?
If you are comfortable with the Bijoy keyboard, then UniBijoy is a great alternative within Avro Keyboard. It provides a familiar layout while supporting Unicode.
3. Will UniBijoy work on Windows 10 and 11?
Yes! Avro Keyboard and the UniBijoy layout are fully compatible with Windows 10 and 11.
4. Can I switch between UniBijoy and other layouts in Avro?
Absolutely! You can switch between Phonetic, UniBijoy, and other layouts using the Avro settings.
5. How do I uninstall UniBijoy from Avro Keyboard?
If you want to remove UniBijoy, follow these steps:
- Open Avro Keyboard Settings.
- Navigate to the Keyboard Layout Editor.
- Delete the UniBijoy layout from the list.
- Save the changes and restart Avro Keyboard.
