How to write the letter 'I' in manuscript

The letter 'I' is simple but very important in reading and writing. It's common in many words and easy to master. Learning to write 'I' in manuscript helps you practice straight lines and small details.

Note: here we showcase the most common way to write in manuscript, but you can explore other manuscript fonts to see how they differ.

Capital 'I'

Writing the capital 'I' in manuscript is a straightforward process that focuses on straight lines. Follow these steps to write an uppercase 'I':

  1. Start at the top line.
  2. Draw a straight vertical line down to the bottom line.
  3. Lift your pencil and go back to the top line.
  4. Draw a short horizontal line across the top of the vertical line.
  5. Lift your pencil.
  6. Draw another short horizontal line across the bottom of the vertical line.

Lowercase 'i'

Now let’s move on to the lowercase 'i'. This letter is simple, but it includes a dot. Here’s how to write it:

  1. Start at the midline.
  2. Draw a straight vertical line down to the bottom line.
  3. Lift your pencil and place a small dot just above the midline.

The letter 'I' in manuscript

Mastering the uppercase and lowercase forms of the letter 'I' is a key step toward improving your handwriting. This simple letter is essential for writing many common words and will boost your confidence to write neatly and clearly. The lowercase 'i' also helps you practice adding details like dots, which is an important part of learning manuscript.

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