Text Tools
Line Counter
Count the number of lines in any text block. See total lines, non-empty lines, empty lines, and average line length at a glance.
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Total Lines
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Longest
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Avg Length
Usage notes
- Trailing newlines count as empty lines.
- Useful for counting CSV rows, log entries, or code lines.
- Combine with Word Counter for a full text analysis.
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How to Use This Tool
- 1Paste or type text into the input area.
- 2Line statistics update automatically as you type.
- 3Review total lines, non-empty lines, empty lines, longest line, and average line length.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How are lines counted?
- Lines are split by newline characters. A single line of text with no line breaks counts as 1 line.
- Do trailing newlines add a line?
- Yes. A trailing newline at the end of your text adds one empty line to the count.
- Can I count lines in a file?
- Paste the file contents into the text area. The tool works with any text regardless of source.
- What is 'average line length'?
- The mean number of characters per line, rounded to the nearest whole number. Useful for estimating column widths.