Kurrent Lab

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About this app

KurrentLab helps you learn to read and use Kurrent and Sütterlin scripts step by step.

The app guides you from individual letters to authentic historical texts. You'll learn the scripts in direct comparison to modern Latin script, giving you easier access to old letters, diaries, church records, and archival documents.

Here's what you can expect:

- Structured learning path with letters, special forms, and exercises

- Alphabet chart for direct comparison of Latin and Kurrent script

- Training for reading fluency, confusion, and common forms

- Writing movements and character view for better memorization

- Reading corner with short stories, Wikipedia articles, and original documents

- Line-by-line help and word breakdown when reading historical texts

- Writing room for entering, displaying, and sharing your own texts in Kurrent

KurrentLab is particularly suitable for genealogy, archival work, teaching, and anyone who finally wants to truly read historical German handwriting.