Tamil Nadu Government Keyboard Interface
The Tamil Nadu Government Keyboard Interface manual was issued by the Tamil Virtual Academy on behalf of the Government of Tamil Nadu and explains how to install and use free Tamil keyboard drivers for Windows. The software implements the Unicode and TACE16 Tamil encoding standards announced by the Information Technology (B-1) Department in G.O.(Ms) No.29 dated 23.6.2010, and it is not guidance about registration, stamp duty or land ownership.
What the document covers
The Tamil Nadu Government Keyboard Interface manual provides installation and operating instructions for software that enables Tamil typing in supported Windows applications. The Tamil Virtual Academy developed the software through M/s. Cadgraf Digitals Pvt. Ltd., Chennai, and holds the 2011 copyright on behalf of the Government of Tamil Nadu.
The manual records that the Information Technology (B-1) Department, through G.O.(Ms) No.29 dated 23.6.2010, announced Tamil 16-bit encoding using Unicode and TACE16 as a standard. It says the resulting Tamil fonts and keyboard drivers were developed for free distribution to government departments and the general public.
Who may need it
The Tamil Nadu Government Keyboard Interface is relevant to people who need to type Tamil on a Windows computer using Tamil99 or Typewriter keyboard layouts. Although the document may appear among registration related files, it does not set registration procedures, stamp duty, land rates, property rights or document requirements.
The software was tested under:
- Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7.
- Microsoft Office 2000, 2003, 2007 and 2010.
- Tamil Unicode, identified as TAU in the interface.
- Tamil All Character Encoding for 16 bit, identified as TACE16 or TAC.
Main operating instructions
The Tamil Nadu Government Keyboard Interface manual instructs users to:
- Open the software folder and run the Setup file.
- Follow the installation windows and select Finish after installation.
- Start the interface from the Programs section of the Start Menu.
- Choose a keyboard layout and application from the interface menus.
- Use Save Default to retain the selected language, keyboard layout and application settings.
- Turn Scroll Lock on to activate Tamil typing and turn it off to return to normal English typing.
- Select a suitable TAC or TAU font in the chosen application.
Laptop users or others without a physical Scroll Lock key can use the Windows Onscreen Keyboard available through Start, Accessories and Ease of Access. The manual also contains Tamil99 and Typewriter keyboard sequences and layouts, along with menu guidance and printable help material.
Support details
The Tamil Virtual Academy provides contact information in the manual. Technical problems may also be reported to the Cadgraf email address printed in the installation instructions.
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Common questions
Does this document change Tamil Nadu registration or stamp duty rules?
No. The document only explains installation and use of Tamil keyboard software. It contains no registration procedure, stamp duty rate or land ownership rule.
Can the general public obtain the Tamil keyboard drivers for free?
Yes. The manual says the Tamil fonts and keyboard drivers were developed for free distribution to government departments and the general public.
Which Tamil keyboard layouts and encodings are supported?
The interface supports Tamil99 and Typewriter layouts. Each can be used with Unicode, identified as TAU, or TACE16, identified as TAC.
How do I switch between Tamil and English typing?
Turn Scroll Lock on to activate the selected Tamil keyboard and turn it off for normal English typing. Users without a Scroll Lock key can use the Windows Onscreen Keyboard.
