Add Line Numbers

Add line numbers to each line of text

Input Text

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Options

Output Text

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How It Works

Add line numbers to each line of text

Prepend sequential line numbers to every line of your text. Configure the starting number, format, and separator. Useful for creating numbered lists, adding reference numbers to code, or numbering lines in legal documents and contracts.

Key Features

  • Sequential numbering from any start value
  • Custom separator (dot, colon, tab, etc.)
  • Zero-padded number formatting
  • Works with any number of lines

How to Add Line Numbers to Text

  1. 1

    Paste your text

    Enter the multi-line text to number.

  2. 2

    Configure numbering

    Set start number, separator, and format.

  3. 3

    Copy numbered text

    Click copy to get the numbered version.

Common Use Cases

  • Adding line numbers to code snippets for reference
  • Numbering list items for ordered sequences
  • Creating numbered reference documents
  • Adding line counts to legal or contract text

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I start numbering from a number other than 1?
Yes. You can set any starting number, such as starting from 0 or continuing from a previous section's last number.

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