Line to Array

Line to Array Converter

Paste one item per line and convert lines to an array instantly. Create JavaScript arrays, JSON arrays, Python lists, PHP arrays, SQL IN clauses, CSV, or quoted lists without uploading your text.

Use the Converter See Example
The Tool

Line to Array Converter

Paste text, choose your delimiter, and copy clean output. The sample below is preset for line to array.

Line to Array Converter

Free, private, browser-based conversion for developers and data teams.

0 items / 0 unique
Input Text
0 characters Ctrl+Enter to convert - Drag and drop .txt
Split Input By
Cleaning Options
Output
Output Format
Customization
Output 0 unique 
// Your converted output will appear here.
Paste text and click Convert Text, or use Ctrl+Enter.
Your text stays private. All conversion happens locally in your browser using JavaScript. Nothing is uploaded to any server.
How It Works

How to use the Line to Array Converter

  1. 1. Add your text or list

    Paste it into the clearly labelled input box or load the example to see a working result.

  2. 2. Choose the input delimiter and output format

    Set the options that match the source data and the result you need.

  3. 3. Review and copy

    Check the preview and item count, then copy or download the output. Use Reset to start over.

Example

Line to Array Converter examples

Use this pattern as a quick reference, then run your own list through the converter above.

Convert lines to a JSON array

Input

apple
banana
orange

Output

[
  "apple",
  "banana",
  "orange"
]

Convert product lines to a JavaScript array

Input

SKU-1001
SKU-1002
SKU-1003

Output

const items = [
  "SKU-1001",
  "SKU-1002",
  "SKU-1003"
];
Formats

Supported input and output formats

Choose only the syntax your workflow needs; the preview updates locally in your browser.

  • JavaScript arrays
  • JSON arrays
  • Python lists
  • PHP arrays
  • SQL IN clauses
  • CSV, quoted, or custom-separated output
Guide

How to use this line to array tool

What is a line to array converter?

A line to array converter takes newline-separated values and formats them as an array. It is useful when you copy items from a spreadsheet column, notes file, keyword list, product list, TXT file, or exported data.

Convert lines to the right array format

Choose JSON for APIs, JavaScript for front-end code, Python for scripts, PHP for backend snippets, or SQL IN clauses for database filters. The same line-separated input can become any supported output.

Clean line breaks before converting

Trim whitespace, remove blank rows, deduplicate repeated lines, sort values, and choose quoted strings or unquoted numbers before copying the final array.

Related Tools

List to Array Converter

Convert a pasted list to JavaScript, JSON, Python, PHP, SQL, or CSV online. Clean duplicates, copy the result, and use it free without signup.

JavaScript Array Converter

Convert strings, text lines, or TXT files to a JavaScript array online. Choose quotes and variable names, then copy or download free without signup.

JSON Array Converter

Convert text, lines, comma-separated lists, or TXT files to a valid JSON array online. Free, private, and ready to copy without signup.

Python List Converter

Convert text lists or TXT files into Python lists instantly. Supports newlines, commas, duplicate removal, sorting, and custom quotes.

SQL IN Clause Generator

Convert a list of IDs, names, or values into a SQL IN clause. Free browser-based list to SQL tool with quotes, cleanup, and copy output.

FAQ

Line to Array Converter FAQs

Paste one value per line, keep the delimiter set to New Line, choose an output format, and copy the generated array.
Yes. Select JavaScript Array as the output format and the tool will create a const array from your lines.
Yes. Select JSON Array to convert each line into a valid JSON array item with proper double quotes.
Yes. Enable Remove duplicates before converting to keep only unique values.

Ready to use the Line to Array Converter?

Paste your text, choose a format, and copy clean output. No signup, no upload, no waiting.

Convert Text Now Back to Main Tool