Headsir Font Converter - User Guide

Welcome to the Headsir Font Converter! This tool seamlessly converts Assamese text between Unicode (modern standard) and Type 1 / Geetanjali (used in desktop publishing software like Adobe PageMaker).

Headsir Converter is a premium tool. An account (email-password/Google Sign-in) is required to use this tool. After installation, it can be used for font conversion without an account, but in that case, it will only convert the first 30 words. After creating an account, you can use all the features of the tool for free for 24 hours. After 24 hours, a subscription is required to continue using the tool. You can now subscribe securely online via Razorpay (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm, Cards, NetBanking) on our Plans & Pricing page. Your Pro license activates automatically on the Headsir Desktop App as soon as you sign in with your account email. For assistance or queries, contact: support@headsir.in.

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🔄 Conversion Directions

Switch the conversion direction at the top of the interface by clicking the Switch Direction button.

1. Unicode → Type 1 (Geetanjali)

Use this when you have modern Assamese text (from websites, WhatsApp) and want to use it in older publishing software like PageMaker.

  • Input: Standard Assamese Unicode text (e.g., অসমীয়া). You can also click Import File for .txt, .doc, or .docx.
  • Output: Text mapped to the Geetanjali layout.

2. Type 1 (Geetanjali) → Unicode

Use this when you have older PageMaker documents and want to extract the text to publish it online.

  • Input: Raw text copied from a Geetanjali-formatted document (looks like English gibberish).
  • Output: Modern Assamese Unicode text. Download using TXT or DOCX buttons.

TIP: Live Font Preview

If you have the Geetanjali fonts installed, the preview box will automatically display your converted Type 1 output using the actual Assamese fonts!

📋 Copying Text

When you click Copy with Fonts, it copies Rich Text (RTF & HTML) to your clipboard. Paste directly into PageMaker, and all fonts (Geetanjali, Numerals, Times New Roman) apply perfectly.

PageMaker Version Compatibility

If you are using PageMaker 6.5, you can safely use Copy with Fonts to paste formatted text directly. However, if you are using PageMaker 7, we strongly recommend using Export (Auto-Font) instead. Due to a known bug in PageMaker 7, pasting copied text may incorrectly convert the characters 'স্ব' and 'ম্ব' into 'স্ফ' and 'ম্ফ'.

💡 Workaround: When using Copy with Fonts, words containing 'স্ব' and 'ম্ব' are automatically colored red for easy detection, so you can manually edit them in PageMaker.

📑 Export (Auto-Font) Feature

Regular Assamese text and numerals use two different fonts. This tool exports a PageMaker Tagged Text (.txt) file with correct fonts assigned — no manual switching needed.

Step 1 — Choose your font variant

Select the variant that matches your installation:

  • Light v1 — Geetanjalilight & Geetanjalip
  • Light v2 — Geetanjalilight & Geetanjaliplight
  • UNI — GeetanjaliLightUNI & GeetanjaliLightpUNI
  • ABTT — ABTT Geetanjali & ABTT GeetanjaliP

Step 2 — Convert & Export

  1. Paste Unicode Assamese text in the Input box.
  2. Numeral segments will be highlighted in amber.
  3. Click Export (Auto-Font) to download geetanjali-converted.txt.

Step 3 — Place into PageMaker

  1. Go to File → Place… (Ctrl+D).
  2. Select geetanjali-converted.txt and click Open.
  3. Click on the page to place the text. Fonts are applied automatically.

Fixing errors for single ('ক্স') and double ('ক্ট') inverted commas

PageMaker has a hidden feature that forces "Smart Quotes", turning the single ('ক্স') and double ('ক্ট') inverted commas into English smart quotes. To fix this permanently:

  1. Go to File → Place... in PageMaker.
  2. Select any text or RTF file (like the geetanjali-converted.txt you just downloaded).
  3. Look at the bottom of the Place dialog box and UNCHECK "Convert Quotes".
  4. Click Open.

Now, whenever you paste using Copy with Fonts or place an exported file, your quotes and conjuncts will render perfectly!

NOTE

Amber-highlighted segments use Geetanjaliplight (or your selected variant) in the exported file. Non-highlighted text uses Geetanjalilight.

🔠 Handling Mixed English Words

The converter has smart features to handle English words or numbers mixed with Assamese text automatically in both directions.

Converting Unicode → Type 1

The converter automatically detects English words. When you click Export or Copy with Fonts, English words are safely embedded using Times New Roman.

Converting Type 1 → Unicode

The converter also automatically preserves English words! It intelligently analyzes the raw Type 1 text to distinguish between Assamese encoding and standard English words, preventing your English text from turning into Assamese characters.

💳 Subscription & Desktop Activation

Headsir Font Converter offers flexible subscription plans designed for individual DTP operators, typists, publication houses, and commercial presses.

Available Plans

  • Monthly Pro (₹149 / month) — Full unlimited conversion, PageMaker RTF preservation, Assamese spell-checker integration, and email support.
  • 1-Year Pro (₹999 / year — Save 44%) — Best for active professionals. 365 days of uninterrupted high-speed access, priority dictionary sync, and priority WhatsApp/email support.
  • 3-Year Pro (₹2,399 for 3 years — Save 55%) — Maximum value for desktop publishers. Full 1,095 days with price protection, priority support, and all future font models included.

Supported Payment Methods

We accept secure instant payments powered by Razorpay:

  • UPI & QR Code: Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm, BHIM, and any UPI app or QR scanner.
  • Debit & Credit Cards: Visa, MasterCard, RuPay, and Maestro.
  • NetBanking: All major Indian banks (SBI, HDFC, ICICI, Axis, PNB, Canara, and more).
  • Wallets: Popular digital wallets supported by Razorpay.

How Activation Works

  1. Go to our Plans & Pricing page.
  2. Select your preferred plan and complete checkout securely through Razorpay.
  3. Open the Headsir Desktop Application on your computer and sign in with the same email address used during payment.
  4. Your Pro license activates automatically — zero license keys or manual codes required!

Ready to Upgrade?

Upgrade to Headsir Pro to remove word conversion limits, convert unlimited documents, and unlock high-speed processing with automatic font styling.

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Important Subscription Details

  • Machine Transfer: A license can be active on one computer at a time. If you switch to a new PC, you can easily release or deactivate your previous machine and activate on your new computer instantly.
  • Early Renewal: When you renew early, remaining days are never lost — validity stacks automatically on top of your existing expiration date.
  • Free Trial: Without an account, the app converts the first 30 words. Creating a free account unlocks a 24-hour unlimited trial to test all features.