Line Numbering Tool

Automatically number every line: custom start value, step, style (1. / 1、 / (1) / 001) and separator, with optional empty-line skipping.

Input text

Numbering options

Numbered result

Common uses for line numbering

Numbering a list is one of the most common cleanup tasks: meeting notes, step-by-step instructions, rankings and quiz options often lose their numbers when copied out of Word or a spreadsheet. Paste the text, pick a style, and every line gets numbered instantly.

Start value and step combine freely: start from 0, or use a step of 2 for even numbering (2, 4, 6). The zero-padded style (001) suits file naming and sortable lists. Empty lines are skipped by default so numbering stays continuous.

Everything is generated locally in your browser; the original text is never modified, and the result can be pasted straight back into Word, Excel or your notes app.

How to use

  1. Paste the text to number, one item per line.
  2. Choose the start value, step, style and separator; the result updates live.
  3. Click "Copy" and paste the numbered list wherever you need it.

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FAQ

Can I start from 0 or any number?

Yes. Set "Start at" to 0 or any number; the step accepts any integer, e.g. step 2 produces 2, 4, 6.

Are empty lines numbered?

By default empty lines are kept as-is and do not consume a number. Uncheck the option to number them too.

What if my lines already have numbers?

Numbering would stack. Remove the old numbers first (the Find & Replace tool is handy for this), then number again here.

Can I paste the result into Word?

Yes — it pastes as plain numbered text. For Word-native automatic lists, use Word's own list feature instead.