Light Morse Code Translator
Convert text to flashing light signals. Practice visual morse code for emergencies, signaling, and learning. Features adjustable flash speed.
Quick Answer: Light Morse Code
Light morse code transmits messages by flashing a light source where short flashes represent dots (.) and long flashes represent dashes (-). For example, SOS in light morse code is three short flashes, three long flashes, three short flashes. Use our translator tool on the homepage to convert any text, then click "Flash Light" to see it as visual signals. This method works with flashlights, phone screens, mirrors, or any controllable light source.
How to Use Light Morse Code for Signaling
Flashlight
A standard flashlight is the most common tool for light morse code. Turn it on/off to create dot and dash patterns.
Phone Screen
Your phone's screen brightness can flash morse code light signals. Use our tool's built-in flash mode.
Signal Mirror
A signal mirror reflects sunlight to create morse code flashes visible for miles during daylight.
Blinking Morse Code Timing Guide
| Signal Type | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Dot (flash) | ~1 second | Short flash of light |
| Dash (flash) | ~3 seconds | Long flash of light |
| Element gap | ~1 second | Gap between dots/dashes in a letter |
| Letter gap | ~3 seconds | Gap between letters |
| Word gap | ~7 seconds | Gap between words |
People Also Ask
Can I flash Morse with my phone?
Yes — use Light mode on the translator.
Does vibrate work too?
On supported phones, toggle Vibrate in the translator.