š Free Online Line Counter
Count total lines, empty lines, non-empty lines ā¢ Characters per line ā¢ Perfect for code, logs, poetry, and text files
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0
Total Lines
including empty lines
0
Non-Empty Lines
with content
0
Empty Lines
blank lines
0
Total Characters
including spaces
0
Avg Line Length
characters per line
0
Max Line Length
longest line
0
Min Line Length
shortest line
0
Total Words
across all lines
Line #
Content (preview)
Length
Status
šÆ Common Use Cases
šØāš» Code Files
Count lines of code, exclude empty lines
š Log Files
Analyze log file line counts
š Poetry
Count lines in poems and verses
š CSV/Data
Count rows in data files
š Text Files
Quick line count for documents
š§ Configuration
Count lines in config files
āØ Key Features
100% Private
Your text never leaves your device
Real-time Counting
Updates as you type or paste
8+ Metrics
Lines, empty lines, length stats & more
Line Details
See each line's content and length
Line Numbers
Visual line numbering while typing
Empty Line Detection
Separate count for blank lines
š What is a Line Counter?
A line counter tool helps you count the number of lines in a text, with detailed statistics about each line. It's essential for:
- Programming: Count lines of code (LOC), exclude comments and empty lines
- Data Analysis: Count rows in CSV, JSON, or log files
- Writing: Count lines in poetry, scripts, or screenplays
- Configuration: Verify line counts in config files
- Education: Analyze text structure and line distribution
ā Frequently Asked Questions
What counts as an empty line? ā¼
An empty line is a line that contains no characters at all, or only whitespace (spaces, tabs). In this tool, we consider a line empty if it has no visible characters.
How is average line length calculated? ā¼
Average line length is calculated by dividing the total characters (including spaces) by the total number of lines. Empty lines count as 0 characters in the average.
What's the maximum text size? ā¼
You can count up to 100,000 lines at once. For very large files, we recommend splitting into smaller chunks for optimal performance.
Can I use this for code line counting? ā¼
Yes! This tool is perfect for counting lines of code. Use the "Code Sample" button to see an example with comments and empty lines. Note that it counts all lines - you can manually exclude comment lines if needed.
Is my text saved anywhere? ā¼
No! All processing happens in your browser. Your text never leaves your device. We cannot see, store, or access your content.