Line Ending Converter
What is a Line Ending Converter?
Convert text file line endings between Unix/Linux/macOS (`LF` - `\n`), Windows (`CRLF` - `\r\n`), and Classic Mac (`CR` - `\r`). Auto-detects the current line ending style.
Why Use This Converter?
- Git & Cross-Platform Dev: Fix Git `core.autocrlf` line ending warnings and unwanted diff changes.
- Shell Script Execution: Fix `\r: command not found` errors caused by running Windows CRLF scripts on Linux/Docker.
- Code Formatting: Standardize line breaks across multi-developer codebases.
How to Use
- Paste text or upload code files.
- The tool auto-detects the current line ending style.
- Select target format (`LF`, `CRLF`, or `CR`) and copy/download the file.
Real Conversion Example
Input (TEXT):
Line 1\r\nLine 2\r\nLine 3 (Windows CRLF)
Output (TEXT):
Line 1\nLine 2\nLine 3 (Unix LF)
Important Technical Details & Mechanics
- Accurate Line Splitter: Detects and replaces `\r\n`, `\n`, and `\r` character sequences.
- Line Count & Stats: Displays total lines and line ending count breakdown.
- Browser Local Memory: Fast file processing with zero server uploads.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why do Linux scripts fail with CRLF line endings?
Linux bash shells interpret \r as a literal character, causing syntax errors at the end of every line.
Which line ending should I use for Git repositories?
Unix LF (\n) is the recommended universal standard for code repositories.
Does it auto-detect my current file format?
Yes, it counts LF, CRLF, and CR occurrences automatically.
Is my file data secure?
Yes, 100% client-side processing.
What is the main function of Line Ending Converter?
Convert text line endings between Unix (LF \n), Windows (CRLF \r\n), and Classic Mac (CR \r) with auto-detection. This converter transforms line ending data formats locally without server uploads.