How to make upside down text
- 1 Type or paste your text.
- 2 See it flipped upside down instantly.
- 3 Tap the result to copy it.
- 4 Paste it into a message, post or bio.
How the letters are flipped
There is no upside-down version of the alphabet in Unicode, so the generator swaps each letter for a look-alike character from other scripts and symbol sets, such as ɐ for a, ǝ for e and ʇ for t, then reverses the order so the text reads correctly when the screen is turned around.
- A few letters have no perfect match and use the closest shape.
- Numbers and punctuation are flipped too, such as ¿ for ? and ¡ for !.
- It works anywhere that accepts Unicode: bios, comments, chats and usernames on most apps.
To write text backwards without flipping it, use Reverse Text, or try the Fancy Text Generator for more styles.
Features
Letters, numbers and symbols
Lowercase, capitals, digits and punctuation are flipped.
Reads correctly when turned
Text is reversed as well as flipped.
Tap to copy
Copy in one tap.
Works everywhere
Uses standard Unicode characters.
When to use it
Pranks and jokes
Send a message that has to be read upside down. Write backwards without flipping with Reverse Text.
Social media
Make posts and bios stand out. More styles are in the Fancy Text Generator.
April Fools
A classic April 1st joke. Cross out words with the Strikethrough Text Generator.
Games and puzzles
Create quirky clues. Make a bold bio with the Bold Text Generator.
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Frequently asked questions
How does upside-down text work?
Unicode has characters that look like normal letters turned over, such as ɐ for a and ǝ for e. The tool swaps each letter and reverses the order.
Do all letters flip perfectly?
Most do. A few capitals and symbols have no exact upside-down twin, so the closest look-alike or the original character is used.
Can I flip it back?
Paste the upside-down text into the box again and it flips back to normal for most letters.
Why is my text also reversed?
When you turn the phone upside down, the end of the sentence is now on the left. Reversing the order makes it read correctly from the new point of view.
Does it work with numbers?
Yes. Digits are flipped too, for example 6 becomes 9.
Can I use upside-down text in a username?
Display names in many apps accept it, but usernames usually only allow plain letters and numbers.
Where can I use upside-down text?
Bios, comments, chats and many usernames. Anywhere that accepts Unicode text will show it.
Can I flip text on my phone?
Yes. Type your text, tap copy and paste it into any app.
Is upside-down text the same as reversed text?
No. Reversed text only changes the order of letters. Upside-down text also swaps each letter for a flipped look-alike, so it reads correctly when the screen is turned around.
Why do some upside-down letters look slightly different?
Unicode has no complete upside-down alphabet, so a few letters borrow the closest shape from other scripts. Most people read them without noticing.
How this tool works. These text tools run entirely in your browser with plain JavaScript, so the text you paste never leaves your device and results update as you type. Each tool is tested with real text such as copied PDFs, emails, code, lists, emojis and non-English scripts before it goes live.
Built and reviewed by Hamza Farooq, founder and lead developer
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