Download an Amharic keyboard for Android
The safest way to get an Amharic keyboard is from Google Play. It takes about a minute, and you can type Amharic in every app afterwards.
Install and turn it on
- Tap Get it on Google Play above, then Install.
- Open Addiyon Keyboard and tap Enable in settings. Switch Addiyon on and confirm.
- Go back, tap Switch keyboard, and choose Addiyon Keyboard.
- Type
selamin any app. It becomes ሰላም.
If your phone hides the setting, follow the guide for Samsung, Tecno, Infinix and itel, or any Android phone.
Why not download an APK?
A keyboard can see every word you type, including passwords, bank codes and private messages. APK files from download sites or Telegram channels are not checked and may have been changed. Apps from Google Play are scanned, signed by their developer, and update automatically.
What you get
- English letters to Fidel as you type:
amargna→ አማርኛ. - Word suggestions for whole Amharic words and the next word.
- Ge’ez numerals and Amharic punctuation on the number page.
- Works offline, and what you type stays on your phone.
- Quick edits when you want them: Fix grammar, Shorten, Professional, Friendly and more.
- Themes to change how your keyboard looks.
See every feature on the features page, or compare it with other apps in Best Amharic keyboard apps.
Common questions.
Is Addiyon Keyboard free?
Yes. Typing Amharic, word suggestions and the Ge’ez numbers page are free. Quick AI edits such as Fix grammar come with a free daily allowance.
Can I download an Amharic keyboard APK instead?
We do not recommend it. A keyboard sees everything you type, including passwords and messages, so install keyboards only from Google Play, where apps are checked and updated.
Does it work without internet?
Yes. Amharic typing and suggestions work offline. Only the AI quick edits need a connection.
Which phones does it work on?
Any Android phone with Google Play, including Samsung, Tecno, Infinix, itel, Xiaomi and Pixel. See the guides for Samsung and Tecno and Infinix.
Is there an Amharic keyboard for iPhone?
Addiyon Keyboard is for Android. On an iPhone or a computer you can use the free online Amharic typing tool and copy the text into any app.
Type Amharic in every app.
Addiyon Keyboard is free on Google Play. It turns English letters into Fidel as you type, works offline, and keeps your typing on your phone.