Change every line at once
Keep text before or after a symbol
Keep the words you need from each line by choosing a symbol or word to split on.
Free browser tool
Choose where each line should split
Paste lines, enter a marker, and choose Before or After.
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How line-by-line delimiter extraction works
Each line is searched independently, so the output stays aligned with the records you pasted.
Paste one record per line
The tool preserves line order and handles every pasted row independently.
Enter the exact delimiter
Use a character or a longer marker such as a pipe, colon, slash, arrow, or custom word.
Choose what to keep
Keep text before or after the first or last marker. You can also keep, remove, or blank lines without it.
Quick example
Extract order statuses
The example keeps everything after the pipe on each order line.
Common questions
Text before or after a marker FAQ
Can the delimiter contain more than one character?
Yes. Enter any exact text marker, including combinations such as ::, ->, or [end].
What is the difference between first and last occurrence?
First uses the earliest matching delimiter on a line. Last uses the final matching delimiter, which is useful for paths or records containing repeated separators.
What happens to lines without the delimiter?
You can keep the original line, remove it, or preserve its position as a blank output line.
Does the tool send my text anywhere else?
No. It runs in your browser. Use Save on this device to keep your work here, or download a backup file.