Text Truncator

Easily shorten your text or lists based on character or word count.

0 Lines | 0 Chars

Max Length

Unit

Chars

Words

Position

Ellipsis

Line by Line

Trim

Processed Result

0 Lines | 0 Chars

ReadOnly Mode

Ultra Fast

Changes apply in real-time. No server delays or page reloads.

100% Private

Processing happens in your browser. Your data never leaves your device.

File Ready

Easily process large text files via drag-and-drop or file selector.

Try These Examples

Short Paragraph

Truncate a long paragraph by character count

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Word Limit

Keep only a few words from the start

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URL Shortener

Keep both ends of a long URL visible

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Line by Line

Truncate each line of a list independently

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Ultimate Guide: Truncating Text & Lists Online

Precision is key in data formatting. Our text truncator allows you to shorten strings, trim lists, and enforce character limits instantly. Essential for database management, content previews, and strict API requirements.

For Developers

Ensure your data fits within database column constraints (e.g., VARCHAR(255)). Truncate JSON responses, log files, or API outputs to save bandwidth and storage.

For Content Creators

Perfect for social media posts (Twitter/X limits), shortening blog excerpts, or creating uniform product descriptions for e-commerce grids.

Pro Tip: Smart Truncation

Don't just chop off the end! Use our "Middle" position option to keep the start and end of filenames or URLs while shortening them (e.g., very_long...file.txt). This preserves context while saving space.