Spaces to Tabs Converter
Convert spaces to tabs with Mass Tools' free tool. Customize number of spaces per tab, supports TXT, CSV, and XLSX uploads.
Drag and drop TXT, CSV, or XLSX file (optional)
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Explore Our ToolsAbout the Spaces to Tabs Converter Tool
The Spaces to Tabs Converter tool by Mass Tools replaces sequences of spaces with tab characters, with an option to trim spaces. Paste text or upload TXT, CSV, or XLSX files for instant processing.
Why Use This Tool?
- Code Formatting: Standardize indentation for programming or scripting in editors that prefer tabs.
- Text Alignment: Convert spaces to tabs for consistent formatting in text files.
- Compatibility: Adapt text for systems or editors that use tabs for indentation.
- Batch Processing: Handle large text datasets efficiently.
How to Use
- Enter the number of spaces per tab (e.g., 4).
- Paste text (e.g., "Line1 Line2") or upload a TXT, CSV, or XLSX file.
- Check "Trim Output" to remove leading and trailing spaces.
- Click "Convert Spaces to Tabs" to view results (e.g., "Line1\tLine2").
- Use "Undo" or "Redo" to revert or restore changes.
- Copy or download the processed text.
- Reset to clear inputs and results.
Tips
- Use files under 10MB for best performance.
- Combine with Tabs to Spaces Converter or Remove Extra Spaces for advanced text processing.
- Contact us at byrolaa@gmail.com for support.
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