TSV to Text Columns Converter

Convert TSV (Tab-Separated Values) into clean, aligned text columns instantly with this fast and flexible tool. Perfect for formatting spreadsheet exports, prepping structured data for documentation, or making tabular content more readable in plain text environments.

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Supported file types: .tsv, .txt, .csv
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Options
Trim cells
Align columns
Remove empty lines

How to Use:

Paste your tab-separated text into the input box on the left or import a .tsv, .csv, or .txt file. The converted result appears instantly on the right as clean, readable columns.

Use the toggles in the Options panel to:

  • Trim each cell’s whitespace
  • Align all columns to the same width
  • Remove blank lines

You can then copy the output or download it as a .txt file. Use Clear All to reset everything.

What the TSV to Text Columns Converter Tool does:

It takes raw TSV data and turns it into nicely aligned, fixed-width columns for easier reading and editing. The tool lets you clean and structure your data quickly, and it’s great for documentation, reports, or any time you want your text to line up properly.

Example:

Input:

Name\tAge\tCity
Alice\t30\tNew York
Bob\t25\tLos Angeles
Charlie\t28\tChicago

Output:

Name    Age City       
Alice 30 New York
Bob 25 Los Angeles
Charlie 28 Chicago

Common Use Cases:

Great for developers, analysts, or writers who need to turn TSV files into something human-readable. It’s perfect for preparing plain text output, aligning columns in documentation, reviewing structured data, or just making messy tabs look good. Everything happens in real time, and the controls are simple but powerful.

Useful Tools & Suggestions:

If you’re prepping for structured formats, Text Columns to TSV Converter helps you reformat things cleanly for export or data handling. And when you’re shifting formats more broadly, TSV to CSV Converter gives you comma-delimited output that’s easier to use in spreadsheets or web apps.