Line Ending Converter: CRLF, LF, and CR
Convert text breaks between CRLF, LF, and CR with this free online line ending converter. Fix OS formatting issues instantly in your browser.
About Line Ending Converter
The Line Ending Converter lets you normalize newline characters across operating systems. Easily switch text between Windows (CRLF), Unix or Linux (LF), and legacy Mac (CR) formats without installing local utilities like dos2unix.
Designed for developers, system administrators, and content writers, this tool processes everything directly in your browser. Paste your text, choose your target format, and copy clean, compatible code or documents in seconds.
Key features
- Convert between CRLF, LF, and legacy CR formats
- Detect current line break styles automatically
- Browser-based processing ensures complete data privacy
- Instantly copy converted text or download the result
- Support for large source code files and plain text
- No software installation or account registration required
How to use Line Ending Converter
- Paste your text or code directly into the input field.
- Select your desired line ending format such as LF or CRLF.
- Review the converted output in the preview box.
- Copy the normalized text or download it to your device.
Who is it for?
- Developers fixing Git line ending mismatch warnings across operating systems
- Sysadmins preparing shell scripts for deployment on Linux servers
- Programmers debugging parsing errors caused by hidden carriage return characters
- Technical writers formatting cross-platform documentation and configuration files
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between CRLF and LF?
CRLF stands for Carriage Return and Line Feed (\r\n), which is standard on Windows systems. LF stands for Line Feed (\n), which is used by Unix, Linux, and modern macOS systems.
Why do shell scripts fail with CRLF line endings?
Linux shells interpret the carriage return (\r) character as part of the command syntax rather than whitespace. This often triggers errors such as syntax error near unexpected token or command not found.
Is this line ending converter free to use?
Yes, this tool is completely free with no registration or usage restrictions required.
Is my text data secure when using this tool?
Yes. All conversion logic runs locally inside your web browser, meaning your text or code is never transmitted to external servers.
Can this tool replace dos2unix and unix2dos utilities?
Yes, it performs the same newline conversions as dos2unix and unix2dos, making it a convenient browser-based alternative when terminal access is unavailable.