What is a Bangla Text Normalizer?

A Bangla Text Normalizer is a utility designed to clean up and standardize Bengali Unicode text. It addresses common inconsistencies that can arise from different input methods or OCR processes, such as extra Zero-Width Non-Joiners (ZWNJ) or incorrect character sequences.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Why is text normalization needed?

Different keyboards and systems can sometimes produce slightly different Unicode sequences for the same visual character. Normalization ensures the underlying data is consistent, which is crucial for search, data processing, and correct rendering across all devices.

2. What is a ZWNJ?

A Zero-Width Non-Joiner is an invisible character used in some scripts to prevent two adjacent characters from forming a ligature (a joined form). Sometimes, these can be inserted unnecessarily and need to be cleaned up.