Text to PHP Array

PHP Array Converter

Convert copied text, spreadsheet values, or TXT files into a PHP array. Use it for backend scripts, WordPress snippets, Laravel seed data, config values, and quick prototypes.

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The Tool

PHP Array Converter

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

PHP Array Converter

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

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Output
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// 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 PHP 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

PHP Array Converter examples

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

Convert text to a PHP array

Input

admin
editor
viewer

Output

$items = [
  "admin",
  "editor",
  "viewer"
];
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 php array converter tool

Create PHP arrays from plain text

Paste one value per line, upload a TXT file, or split values by comma, tab, semicolon, space, or a custom delimiter before generating the PHP array.

Useful for PHP and Laravel work

PHP arrays are useful for configuration values, allowlists, seed data, test fixtures, WordPress snippets, Laravel scripts, and quick backend utilities.

Customize the generated array

Set the variable name, choose quote type, toggle pretty formatting, remove duplicate values, sort items, and download the result as a PHP-friendly text file.

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FAQ

PHP Array Converter FAQs

Paste your values, select PHP Array as the output format, choose a variable name, and copy the generated PHP array.
Yes. Use the Variable Name field to generate a custom variable such as $roles, $ids, or $items.
Yes. Enable Remove duplicates before converting. You can also use the case-insensitive duplicate option.

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