Extract a TSV Column

Extract a TSV Column in your browser by index. Quickly isolate a specific field from tab-separated data with live preview and export options.

Paste your input above or import a file below.
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Supported file types: .tsv, .txt, .log, .csv, .md, .xml, .json, .ini, .yaml, .yml, .html, .htm, .css
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Options
Ignore header row
Trim fields
Maximize output

How to Use:

  • Paste or type your TSV data into the “Input TSV” box.
  • Optionally, import a .tsv, .txt, or similar plain-text file using the “Choose File” button.
  • Enter the Column Index (starting from 0) in the number input below the toggles.
  • Enable Ignore header row to skip the first line when extracting.
  • Use Trim fields to remove extra spaces around cell values.
  • Turn on Maximize output if you want a taller output box.
  • Output updates instantly as you type or change the column index.
  • Use Copy Output to copy the results or click Export to File to download the extracted column.
  • Click Clear All to reset all fields and settings.

What Extract a TSV Column can do:

Extract a TSV Column lets you isolate any column from tab-separated values by index. Whether you’re working with large data logs, spreadsheets, or exported TSV files, this tool helps you pull just one field for further use. You can skip headers, trim values, and get your results live all without leaving your browser. It’s perfect for quick column extraction when you don’t want to open a spreadsheet or write a script.

Example:

Input:

name	age	city
Alice	25	New York
Bob	30	Los Angeles

Column Index: 2 Ignore Header: ON

Output:

New York
Los Angeles

Common Use Cases:

Use this when isolating a field from data exports, extracting one metric for analysis, or pulling a specific column for input into another tool. It’s simple, fast, and browser-based perfect for data wrangling without code.

Useful Tools & Suggestions:

After you Extract a TSV Column, try TSV Column Replacer if you’re planning to swap that field out with something new. Or use Convert Text Columns to TSV if you’re bringing in custom data to match it up.

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