When you write briefs, prep data, or clean notes, switching between free text and lists should be painless. The SnipText Text to List - List to Text Converter runs in your browser for instant, private results. Split by common delimiters or regex, tidy each item, then rejoin exactly how your CMS, spreadsheet, or codebase expects.
What this converter does
- Text to List: Split by newline, comma, semicolon, pipe, slash, space, or your own regex. Trim and remove trailing punctuation for cleaner bullets.
- List to Text: Strip bullets and numbering, keep only item text, then join with comma, semicolon, pipe, space, newline, or a custom string.
- Bullet and number styles: Hyphen, bullet, 1. 2. 3., A. B. C., a. b. c., or roman i. ii. iii. Also supports checkbox output like
[ ]and[x]. - Unique and sort: Remove duplicates with case sensitivity control. Sort A to Z, Z to A, or by length to shape UI density.
- Wrap and affixes: Wrap each item with quotes, single quotes, or backticks. Add prefixes and suffixes for CSV, JSON arrays, SQL IN lists, or code.
- Stats panel: See words, characters, lines, and item counts for both input and output to meet limits.
- Quality of life: Live preview, copy, paste, download, apply to input, and keyboard shortcuts for quick edits.
Common patterns and examples
Split a comma mess into a clean list
Input: apples, pears ; bananas | grapes oranges
Regex split: \s*[;,|]\s*
Output:
- apples
- pears
- bananas
- grapes
- oranges
Join a bullet list into CSV with quotes
Items:
- apples
- pears
- bananas
Wrap each: "item"
Joiner: , (comma space)
Output: "apples", "pears", "bananas"
Create a SQL IN list
Items: apples pears bananas
Wrap each: '
Suffix: ,
Joiner: space
Final touch: remove trailing comma if your editor adds one
Output: ('apples','pears','bananas')
How to use it fast
- Open the Text to List - List to Text Converter.
- Paste your content into Input or type a few items to test.
- Select a mode: Text to List for splitting or List to Text for joining.
- Choose a preset delimiter or define a custom regex or custom join string.
- Use trim, unique, and sort to polish. Wrap items if you need quotes or backticks.
- Click Run or keep Live Preview on. Copy or Download the result.
- SEO keyword sets: Split brainstorm text to a list, dedupe, sort, then join by comma for meta fields. Count with the Word and Character Counter.
- Marketing bullets: Convert notes to hyphen bullets, then title case with the Case Converter for consistent style.
- CSV prep: Wrap with quotes and join by comma space. Clean spacing with the Whitespace and Formatting Cleaner.
- Docs and emails: Use numbered lists for steps, then switch to paragraphs for narrative sections using List to Text.
- Regex speed: Try
\s*[;,|]\s*to split on comma, semicolon, or pipe in one pass.
Why this helps
Moving between text and lists saves time in briefs, research notes, product specs, support macros, and data cleaning. Clean lists reduce manual editing and make content ready for spreadsheets, CMS fields, APIs, and code reviews.
Helpful companion tools
- Whitespace and Formatting Cleaner - trim, normalize LF or CRLF, collapse blanks.
- Remove Empty Lines - collapse big gaps before you split or after you join.
- Random Text Generator - generate sample bullets and headlines for layout tests.
- Symbol and Character Info - verify punctuation and code points if your data looks odd.
- Guides: Whitespace Cleaner guide and Word and Character Counter guide.
Try it now
Open the Text to List - List to Text Converter, split a paragraph with a custom regex, dedupe and sort, then join with comma space for SEO or CSV. Finish by checking limits with the Word and Character Counter.
FAQ
- Is the converter free
- Yes. It is free for normal use with no sign in.
- Do you upload or store my text
- No. Everything runs in your browser for speed and privacy.
- Can I pick bullets or numbers
- Yes. Hyphen, bullet, numeric, lettered, roman, or checkbox styles are available.
- Can I split by a custom pattern
- Yes. Choose custom regex and enter a pattern like
\s*[;,|]\s*. - How do I join items into text
- Use List to Text mode and choose a joiner like comma space, semicolon, pipe, space, newline, or your own string.
- Can I remove duplicates and sort
- Yes. Toggle Unique with case control and pick a sort order or sort by length.
- How do I prepare arrays for code or SQL
- Wrap items with quotes or backticks, add a comma suffix, and choose a joiner that matches your code style. For SQL IN lists, wrap with single quotes.