How to Get Greek Letters on Your iPhone and Other Devices

Hello my dearests,
I see a lot of you struggling to type Greek online, and to tell you the truth, writing Greek with Latin characters only slows you down. You can’t focus on proper spelling, pronunciation or the natural rhythm of the language that way. The good news is that with a few simple steps, you can type Greek letters on your iPhone, Android or PC, making messages, notes and posts feel truly Greek!

In this guide, I will show you how to set up a Greek Keyboard on all your devices so you can write confidently and naturally in Greek.

So, here’s how to do it on various devices:

How to Type Greek Letters on Your iPhone and Android

For iPhone (iOS)

1. Open Settings: Go to Settings on your iPhone.
2. Go to General: Scroll down and tap General.
3. Keyboard Settings: Scroll and tap Keyboard, then tap Keyboards again.
4. Add a New Keyboard: Tap Add New Keyboard…, then scroll down to find Greek and select it.
5. Switch Keyboards: When typing, press and hold the globe icon on the keyboard and select Greek.

For Android

1. Open Settings: Go to Settings on your Android phone.
2. Select Language & Input: Scroll to System or General Management, then choose Language & Input.
3. Virtual Keyboard: Tap on Virtual Keyboard (or On-Screen Keyboard), and then Manage Keyboards.
4. Add Greek Keyboard: Look for your current keyboard (like Gboard), tap it, then tap Languages. Select Greek from the list and enable it.
5. Switch Keyboards: While typing, press the globe icon or long-press the spacebar to switch to Greek.

How to Type Greek Letters on Your PC (Windows/macOS)

For Windows

1. Open Settings: Press Windows + I to open Settings.
2. Go to Time & Language: Select Time & Language, then click on Language.
3. Add a Language: Under the Preferred Languages section, click Add a Language.
4. Select Greek: Type “Greek” in the search bar, select it, and click Next. Install the language pack.
5. Switch Keyboards: You can switch between keyboards by pressing Windows + Space or by clicking on the language icon on the taskbar and selecting Greek.

For macOS

1. Open System Preferences: Click the Apple menu and choose System Preferences.
2. Go to Keyboard: Select Keyboard, then go to the Input Sources tab.
3. Add Greek Keyboard: Click the + button, scroll down to find Greek, and select it. Then click Add.
4. Switch Keyboards: To switch between keyboards, click the flag icon in the menu bar or use the shortcut Cmd + Space.

Adjustments or Customizations

• Smartphone: You can add predictive text or customize autocorrect for Greek in your keyboard settings (especially for Gboard on Android or iOS).
• Windows/macOS: You can customize the layout (standard or polytonic Greek) in the language/keyboard settings if you need special accents or diacritics.

Bonus Tip: Personalize Your Keyboard!

If you want to enhance your Greek typing experience, Greek keyboard stickers can help you visually connect with the letters as you practice. These stickers are a great tool to add a Greek flair to your keyboard.

Greek Keyboard Stickers with Blue Lettering
A vibrant option that makes the Greek letters pop.

Greek Keyboard Stickers Transparent Background
Ideal for a minimalist look while keeping your keys readable.

Hebrew Greek English Keyboard Sticker Non-Transparent
If you prefer a bilingual layout or a non-transparent design.

Not only do they make typing easier, but they also give your device a personalized and cultural touch.

That’s it! You can now easily type in Greek across your devices and take your Greek learning to the next level.