Morse Code Chart

Interactive reference card • Click any card to hear it played • see as list →

Print Target:
Active Print Mode: Complete Chart — Prints all letters A–Z, numbers 0–9, punctuation and radio prosigns. Ink-friendly • Formatted for A4 & US Letter
● = dit (short)
━━ = dah (3× dit)
space = between letters
/ = between words

How to Use This Chart

1

Read the visual blocks

Each card shows the timing pattern visually — a small circle for a dit (short beep) and a wide rectangle for a dah (long beep, 3× the dit). The proportions match real Morse timing.

2

Click any card to hear it

A preview opens with the full visual and a Play Audio button so you can hear exactly how that character sounds in Morse code.

3

Print or save as PDF

Click Print / Save PDF for a clean printable reference card. Navigation, header, and footer are excluded automatically — plus you can toggle student Name & Date fields.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I read a Morse code chart?

Each card shows a character with its Morse timing pattern. A small circle is a short beep (dit), a wide bar is a long beep (dah). Click any card to hear it.

What are prosigns in Morse code?

Prosigns are special procedural codes used by radio operators. AR = end of message, SK = end of contact, KN = only the named station should reply, CQ = calling any station.

Can I print this chart for free?

Yes — completely free. Click Print / Save PDF above. Navigation and extra content hide automatically so only the clean chart prints, with optional student Name & Date lines.

What is the difference between dots and dashes?

A dot (dit) is 1 unit long. A dash (dah) is 3 units long. The gap between signals in the same letter is 1 unit, between letters is 3 units, and between words is 7 units.