Borno for Windows
The free, powerful, and intuitive Bangla typing software designed for your Windows PC. Enjoy a seamless typing experience with phonetic layouts, and full Unicode support.
Features That Make Typing a Breeze
From versatile layouts to deep system integration, Borno is crafted for an unmatched Bangla typing experience.
Multiple Phonetic Layouts
Choose from Borno Phonetic (with suggestions), Avro Phonetic, or the easy Khipro layout.
Huge Theme Collection
Personalize your typing environment with a vast and growing collection of themes.
Legacy ANSI Support
Output in ANSI encoding for compatibility with older applications like Adobe Photoshop.
Deep Windows Integration
Works seamlessly across all applications thanks to the Text Services Framework.
Intelligent Suggestions
Speed up your typing with smart predictions and corrections tailored to your layout.
- Phonetic Layouts: Get instant transliteration results as you type.
- Fixed Layouts: See word completions in the candidate window to type faster.
Get Started in Minutes
Follow these simple steps to start typing in Bangla with Borno.
Download Borno
Click the download button at the top of the page to get the latest version of the installer.
Run the Installer
Open the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Activate Borno
Select Borno as the active IME by pressing Win + Space.
Switch Modes
Easily switch between Bangla and English typing modes by pressing Ctrl + Space.
Version History
We are constantly improving Borno. See the latest updates and changes here.
Version 2025.3.23
Released on March 23, 2025
Version 2025.3.8
Released on March 8, 2025
Version 2025.1.13
Released on January 13, 2025
Version 2.1.0.0
Released on May 31, 2024
Version 2.0.0.0
Released on May 31, 2024
Total downloads for all versions: 384,315