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Line Break Remover & String Unescaper

Interpret escape sequences like \n and \t in your text.

Text Input and Output

Input (with escape sequences)

0 characters

Output (Formatted)

0 characters

Utility Actions

How it Works

  • Paste text containing C-style escape sequences (like \n for newline, \t for tab, \\ for backslash) into the input box.
  • The tool automatically interprets these sequences and displays the formatted result below.
  • Useful for cleaning up strings copied from code, logs, or configurations that use escape notation.
  • Click 'Copy Output' to copy the unescaped, formatted text to your clipboard.
  • All processing happens directly in your browser. Your text is never sent to any server, ensuring your privacy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are escape sequences?

Escape sequences are combinations of characters (usually starting with a backslash `\`) used in programming languages and data formats to represent characters that are difficult or impossible to type directly, such as newlines (`\n`), tabs (`\t`), or the backslash character itself (`\\`).

What does this tool actually "remove"?

While named "Line Break Remover", this tool primarily focuses on interpreting escape sequences. It replaces the literal characters `\` followed by `n` with an actual newline character, `\` followed by `t` with a tab, etc. It effectively removes the escape notation and replaces it with the character it represents.

Does it remove actual line breaks if I just press Enter in the input box?

No. If you press Enter in the input box, you create an actual newline character. This tool only interprets the literal string `\n`. If you want a tool to remove all line breaks (regardless of how they were entered), that would be a different function (like joining lines).

Is my pasted text safe?

Yes. This tool operates entirely within your web browser using JavaScript. Your text is processed locally and is never uploaded or stored on any server.