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Text Splitter

Split text into separate lines using a custom separator such as comma, pipe, or semicolon.

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Use this text splitter to break one long string into multiple lines based on a separator you choose. It is useful for lists, imports, copied data, tags, quick cleanup, and any workflow where values are packed into one line and need to be separated into easier-to-read items.

About this tool

Use this text splitter to break one long string into multiple lines based on a separator you choose. It is useful for lists, imports, copied data, tags, quick cleanup, and any workflow where values are packed into one line and need to be separated into easier-to-read items.

Use text splitter when you need a fast browser-based result without extra setup. It works well for quick checks, one-off tasks, and routine formatting or calculation work.

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Why use this tool

How to use

  1. Enter the separator on the first line.
  2. Leave a blank line and paste the text you want to split.
  3. Run the tool to break the values into separate lines.
  4. Review and copy the split output.

Examples

Example

Input

,

apple,banana,orange

Output

apple
banana
orange

Splits a comma-separated string into one item per line.

Example

Input

|

red|green|blue

Output

red
green
blue

Useful when the list uses a custom pipe separator.

Common errors

The wrong separator is entered on the first line.

Fix: Make sure the separator exactly matches the character used in the text.

The separator also appears inside values that should stay together.

Fix: Review whether a more specific separator or a CSV-aware tool is needed.

The blank line between separator and content is missing.

Fix: Follow the expected input format so the tool reads the separator correctly.

FAQ

How do I set the separator?

Put the separator on the first line, leave a blank line, then paste the text you want to split.

Can I split CSV-like data?

Yes. You can use a comma, semicolon, pipe, slash, or another custom separator.

What kinds of separators work best?

Common separators include commas, pipes, semicolons, slashes, tabs, and custom symbols.

Is this text splitter free to use?

Yes. It works online in the browser.

When should I use a text splitter instead of comma-to-newline?

Use a text splitter when you want to choose any custom separator instead of only commas.

Use cases

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