Practice Morse code with adjustable WPM, tone frequency, listen-and-guess quizzes, and tap-to-send. Works offline after install. Works offline after your first visit.

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Morse Code Practice

Practice Morse on this page with the device speaker — no account, no upload. Pair it with the audio generator when you want an MP3 for a commute or a CW ID file.

Settings

Listen & guess

A random letter plays in Morse. Type your guess and check.

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Send text

Tap to send

Hold for dit (short) or dah (long). Pause between letters.

Reference chart

How to practice without a keyer

Start with Farnsworth (fast characters, slower overall rate) so you learn sound-patterns instead of counting dots. Fifteen WPM effective / 25 WPM character speed is a solid Extra-track default. Use headphones in a library; use the speaker in the shack.

US licenses do not require Morse. It remains useful on HF when SSB is crowded and on some emcomm nets. Tools: MP3/WAV generator, speed drill, Farnsworth trainer.

See also: Extra hub

Common questions

What WPM should I start practicing Morse at?

Most beginners start at 15–20 WPM character speed, or use Farnsworth timing with slower overall spacing.

Do I need Morse for my ham license?

Morse is no longer required for any US amateur license class, but remains valuable for weak-signal and emcomm work.

Should I learn Morse before Technician?

No. Pass Technician first, get on 2 m, then add CW if you want HF weak-signal or Extra-class depth.