CSV Delimiter Changer

The CSV Delimiter Changer Tool allows you to convert CSV files from one delimiter to another. Switch between commas, pipes, tabs, or any custom character. Includes options for trimming whitespace, quoting fields, and real-time preview.

Paste your input above or import a file below.
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Supported file types: .csv, .txt
Rows: 0, Columns: 0
Options
Trim Whitespace
Quote Fields with Delimiter

How to Use:

  1. Paste your CSV into the Input CSV field or import a .csv or .txt file.
  2. In the Current Delimiter field, specify the delimiter your CSV currently uses (e.g., , or ;).
  3. In the New Delimiter field, enter the character you want to convert to (e.g., |, ;, or tab).
  4. Use the Options panel to configure behavior:
    • Toggle Trim Whitespace to clean up each cell.
    • Toggle Quote Fields with Delimiter to wrap any value containing the new delimiter in quotes.
  5. Click Change Delimiter to update the output instantly.
  6. Use Copy Output or Export to File to save your result.
  7. Click Clear All to reset everything.

What CSV Delimiter Changer Tool Can Do:

  • Converts CSV files between any two delimiters.
  • Automatically quotes fields that contain the new delimiter if enabled.
  • Supports whitespace trimming and preview with row/column count.
  • Enables quick transformation between formats like CSV and pipe-delimited.

Example:

Input CSV (Comma Delimited):

Name,Math,Science  
Alice,85,90  
Bob,88,76

New Delimiter:

|

Result:

Name|Math|Science  
Alice|85|90  
Bob|88|76

Common Use Cases:

Use this tool to convert CSVs for compatibility with systems that expect a different delimiter. It’s ideal for cleaning up exported data, converting between regional formats (e.g., commas to semicolons), or preparing files for import.

Useful Tools & Suggestions:

Once you’ve swapped out the delimiter in your CSV file, CSV Column Swapper is great for rearranging fields without breaking the new format. And if you want to convert the result for different tools or workflows, CSV to TSV Converter makes the transition smooth and error-free.

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