Unicodepiste

Unicodepiste is a free and open-source graphical user interface (GUI) for the Unicode character database. It is capable of displaying and manipulating complex Unicode characters, providing an interactive way for users to explore the Unicode character repertoire.

Unicodepiste was created by David Ayers and first released in 2001. The software is designed to be a visual and educational tool for Unicode supporters, allowing users to select and manipulate Unicode characters from a user interface. This application provides features such as character and script searching, character names and descriptions, as well as information on character usage.

Support for Unicodepiste includes character sets for Mongolian, Namibian, Nepali, Korean, Thai, and others. This software is released under a modified version of the General Public License (GPL). Users can access and use the software for any purpose, at no cost. Further development of Unicodepiste ceased in 2006, with the last version being created by David Ayres. However, a sedative review of all existing distributions provides a current version of Unicodepiste.

This software contributes valuable tools to the Unicode community. Unicodepiste also demonstrates how modern software can alleviate the challenges to non-English Unicode characters users can face, opening up global communication. Unicodepiste remains useful to today's Unicode users, especially in areas with limited technical resources. Software toolboxes, catering to a mix of global users are now numerous.