Text to CSV Converter

Convert plain text to CSV format with custom delimiters.

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How to Use the Text to CSV Converter

  1. 1

    Paste or Type Your Text

    Enter the text you want to transform in the input field. You can type directly or paste text from any source.

  2. 2

    Configure Options (If Available)

    Some tools offer additional options to customize the transformation. Adjust these settings as needed.

  3. 3

    View Results in Real-Time

    The converted text appears instantly in the output field. Results update automatically as you type.

  4. 4

    Copy the Result

    Click the "Copy Result" button to copy the transformed text to your clipboard, ready to paste anywhere.

Examples & Use Cases

Simple List to CSV

Input:

John
Jane
Bob

Output:

"John"
"Jane"
"Bob"

Tab-Separated to CSV

Input:

Name	Age	City
John	30	New York

Output:

"Name","Age","City"
"John","30","New York"

Handle Special Characters

Input:

Product, "Special"
Price: $10

Output:

"Product, ""Special"""
"Price: $10"

About the Text to CSV Converter

The Text to CSV Converter transforms plain text into properly formatted CSV (Comma-Separated Values) files, making it easy to import your data into spreadsheets like Excel and Google Sheets, databases, and other data processing tools.

Understanding CSV Format

CSV is a universal data format that:

  • Uses commas to separate values (fields)
  • Uses line breaks to separate records (rows)
  • Quotes values containing commas, quotes, or line breaks
  • Is compatible with virtually all spreadsheet and database software

Conversion Options

Our tool handles various input formats:

  • Tab-separated - Convert TSV to CSV
  • Space-separated - Fixed-width or space-delimited data
  • Custom delimiter - Pipe (|), semicolon (;), or any character
  • Line-based - Each line becomes a row with one column

Common Conversion Scenarios

  • Spreadsheet import - Prepare data for Excel or Google Sheets
  • Database import - Format data for SQL imports
  • Data cleaning - Standardize messy data to CSV
  • Report formatting - Convert text reports to tabular data
  • List processing - Turn simple lists into CSV format

Proper CSV Formatting

Our converter ensures valid CSV by:

  • Properly quoting fields with special characters
  • Escaping quotes within quoted fields (doubling them)
  • Handling line breaks within field values
  • Ensuring consistent field counts per row

Output Options

  • Standard CSV - Comma-separated with quoted strings
  • Excel CSV - Optimized for Microsoft Excel import
  • TSV output - Tab-separated for specific needs
  • Custom delimiter - Generate with any separator

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CSV format used for?

CSV (Comma-Separated Values) is a universal format for tabular data. It's used to exchange data between spreadsheets (Excel, Google Sheets), databases, data analysis tools, and virtually any software that handles structured data.

How do I handle commas that appear in my data?

Fields containing commas are automatically wrapped in quotes. A field like "New York, NY" becomes "\"New York, NY\"" in CSV, allowing the comma to be preserved as data rather than a delimiter.

Can I convert multi-column data?

Yes! If your text uses tabs, spaces, or another delimiter to separate columns, the tool can recognize this and convert to proper CSV format with multiple columns.

Will the CSV work with Excel?

Yes, our CSV output is compatible with Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, LibreOffice Calc, and other spreadsheet applications. Simply save the output as a .csv file and open it with your preferred spreadsheet software.

How are quotes in my data handled?

Quotes within data are escaped by doubling them (CSV standard). The text He said "Hello" becomes "\"He said \"\"\"Hello\"\"\" in CSV, ensuring the quotes are preserved as data.

Can I create CSV with headers?

If your first line contains column headers, they'll be included as the first row of the CSV. Spreadsheet programs typically recognize the first row as headers when importing.

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