How to Type Kruti Dev Alt Codes in 3 Simple Steps
Alt codes allow you to type complex Hindi conjuncts and characters that do not have dedicated single keys on the standard Kruti Dev Remington typewriter layout.
- Turn Num Lock ONEnsure the Num Lock key on your physical number pad (Numpad) is turned on. Alt codes will not work with the numbers on the top row.अपने कीबोर्ड के Numpad पर Num Lock ऑन करें।
- Press & Hold Left AltPress and hold the Left Alt key with your left thumb or finger. Do not release it yet.कीबोर्ड का Left Alt बटन दबाकर रखें।
- Type the 4-Digit CodeWhile holding Alt, type the 4-digit code on the Numpad (e.g. 0216 for क्र, 0151 for कृ). Then release the Alt key.Numpad से कोड टाइप करें (जैसे 0216) और Alt छोड़ दें।
Typing Kruti Dev Alt Codes on a Laptop (Without Numpad)
Most modern compact laptops (13-inch and 14-inch) do not have a dedicated physical numeric keypad on the right. Here are the 3 best ways to type Kruti Dev codes on laptops:
Method 1: One-Click Copy Kruti Dev Symbol (Recommended)
Use the [Copy Kruti Dev Key] button on any card above. If you copy 'Ø' and paste it directly into MS Word where Kruti Dev 010 is active, it will instantly render as 'क्र' without pressing any Alt keys!
Method 2: Use Windows On-Screen Keyboard (OSK)
Press Win + R, type 'osk', and hit Enter. Click Options -> check 'Turn on numeric key pad'. Now you can click Alt and the virtual Numpad numbers on screen.
Method 3: External USB Numpad or Fn + NumLock
Some laptops have blue-tinted secondary numbers on 7, 8, 9, U, I, O, J, K, L. Press Fn + NumLock to activate them, or connect an affordable USB external Numpad for typing practice.
Essential Kruti Dev Codes for Government Typing Exams (CPCT, SSC, High Court)
Government Hindi typing tests (CPCT MP, UP Police, Rajasthan High Court, SSC, Beltron Bihar) frequently test candidates on complex conjuncts and half letters. Here are the most frequently asked shortcut keys:
| Hindi Character | Kruti Dev Shortcut | Common Exam Words |
|---|---|---|
| क्र | Alt + 0216 | क्रम, क्रिया, क्रमांक, क्रांति |
| कृ | Alt + 0151 | कृपा, कृषि, कृष्ण, प्रकृति |
| द्घ | Alt + 0228 | उद्घाटन, उद्घोष, विघ्न |
| द्ध | Alt + 0227 | प्रसिद्ध, युद्ध, बुद्धि, शुद्ध |
| द्व | Alt + 0229 | द्वार, विद्वान, द्वितीय, द्वीप |
| द्य | Alt + 0225 | विद्या, विद्यार्थी, विद्यालय, पद्य |
| ट्ट | Alt + 0204 | मिट्टी, पट्टी, खट्टा, छुट्टी |
| ड्ड | Alt + 0206 | अड्डा, गुड्डा, कबाड़ा |
| ट्र | Alt + 0170 | ट्रक, ट्रेन, ट्रैक्टर, ड्रामा |
| क्त | Alt + 0217 | भक्त, शक्ति, व्यक्ति, मुक्ति |
| ह्न | Alt + 0224 | चिह्न, अपराह्न, पूर्वाह्न |
| ह्म | Alt + 0226 | ब्राह्मण, ब्रह्मा, ब्रह्मपुत्र |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why do we need Alt codes in Kruti Dev typing?
The Kruti Dev 010 keyboard is based on the legacy Remington typewriter layout. Because a physical keyboard only has around 47 character keys, complex Devanagari ligatures (like क्र, द्ध, द्व, क्त, ट्ट, हृ) cannot fit directly on the keys. Windows Alt codes (from Alt+0130 to Alt+0255) provide quick access to these special characters via the numeric keypad.
What is the shortcut key for क्र (Kra) in Kruti Dev?
The shortcut key for क्र in Kruti Dev 010 and DevLys 010 is Alt + 0216. Hold the Left Alt key, type 0216 on the numeric keypad, and release Alt.
What is the shortcut key for कृपा / कृ (Kri) in Kruti Dev?
The shortcut key for कृ (क with vocalic R matra) is Alt + 0151. If you need just the ृ matra on other consonants, you can use the semicolon (;) or relevant key.
Why are Kruti Dev Alt codes not working on my keyboard?
The most common reasons are: 1) Num Lock is turned OFF (make sure the Num Lock LED is illuminated). 2) You are using the top-row number keys instead of the right-side numeric keypad. 3) You are using the Right Alt (Alt Gr) key instead of the Left Alt key. 4) The active font in MS Word is not set to Kruti Dev 010.
How can I type Kruti Dev Alt codes on a laptop without a Numpad?
If your laptop lacks a numeric keypad, use our interactive tool above: click 'Copy Kruti Dev Key' next to the character you need, then paste it directly into MS Word where Kruti Dev 010 is selected. Alternatively, open Windows On-Screen Keyboard (type 'osk' in Run), turn on the numeric keypad in Options, and click the numbers on screen.
Do these Alt codes also work in DevLys 010 font?
Yes! DevLys 010 and Kruti Dev 010 share almost the exact same Remington character mapping. The Alt codes for क्र (0216), कृ (0151), द्ध (0227), द्व (0229), and क्त (0217) are 100% identical in both fonts.
What is the shortcut key for quotation marks (“ ”) in Kruti Dev?
Opening double quotes (“) is Alt + 0147, and closing double quotes (”) is Alt + 0148. Single opening quote (‘) is Alt + 0145 and single closing quote (’) is Alt + 0146.
Is Kruti Dev 010 layout allowed in CPCT and High Court exams?
Yes, Kruti Dev 010 and DevLys 010 Remington layouts are the primary accepted standards in Madhya Pradesh CPCT, UP Police ASI, Rajasthan High Court, and many North Indian state clerical examinations.