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Avro vs Bijoy Keyboard - Which One Should You Choose?
Quick Comparison Table
| Feature | Avro | Bijoy |
|---|---|---|
| Typing Method | Phonetic (type as it sounds) | Fixed Key Position |
| Learning Curve | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very Easy | ⭐⭐ Moderate to Hard |
| Speed Potential | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fast | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very Fast |
| Professional Use | Common | Industry Standard |
| Best For | Beginners, Personal Use | Professionals, Speed Typists |
✅ Avro Pros
- ✓Easy to learn - type phonetically
- ✓No memorization required
- ✓Great for occasional typing
- ✓Auto-suggestion helps spelling
- ✓Free and open-source
❌ Avro Cons
- ✗Slightly slower for professionals
- ✗May need to choose from suggestions
- ✗Not always standard in offices
✅ Bijoy Pros
- ✓Extremely fast once mastered
- ✓Industry standard in Bangladesh
- ✓Precise control over characters
- ✓Preferred in professional settings
- ✓Better for complex documents
❌ Bijoy Cons
- ✗Steep learning curve
- ✗Requires memorization
- ✗Difficult for beginners
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Avro if you:
- • Are a beginner learning Bangla typing
- • Type occasionally or for personal use
- • Want to start typing immediately
- • Prefer intuitive, phonetic typing
- • Don't need professional-level speed
Choose Bijoy if you:
- • Work in journalism, publishing, or government
- • Need maximum typing speed
- • Are willing to invest time in learning
- • Want to be hireable for typing jobs
- • Type professionally every day
Best of Both Worlds:
Many typists in Bangladesh learn both layouts! Start with Avro to get comfortable with Bangla typing, then gradually learn Bijoy for professional use. This gives you maximum flexibility.
Practice Both Keyboards!
BanglaType supports both Avro and Bijoy keyboards. Try both and see which works best for you!