Text Truncator
Truncate text with smart word boundaries and custom ellipsis. Perfect for previews, snippets, and limiting text length while maintaining readability. 100% free and private.
Smart Word Boundaries
Option to truncate at word boundaries for more readable output that doesn't cut words in half.
Custom Ellipsis
Customize the ellipsis characters to match your style - use '...', '…', '[...]', or any custom text.
Length Comparison
See the original vs truncated length and percentage retained to understand the impact of truncation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the text truncator work?
Enter your text and set a character limit. The tool will truncate the text to fit within that limit, optionally respecting word boundaries to avoid cutting words in half. You can customize the ellipsis characters added at the end.
What is word boundary respect?
Word boundary respect ensures that the truncation doesn't cut words in the middle. When enabled, the tool will find the last complete word before the character limit and truncate there, making the output more readable.
Can I customize the ellipsis?
Yes! You can change the ellipsis to any text you want - the default is '...' but you can use '…', '[...]', 'Read more', or any custom text. The character limit accounts for the ellipsis length.
What happens if my text is shorter than the limit?
If your text is already within the character limit, it will be displayed as-is without any truncation or ellipsis. The tool only truncates when the text exceeds the specified limit.
Is this tool free to use?
Yes! This text truncator is 100% free with no sign-up required and no limits on usage. Your files never leave your computer for complete privacy.
How is the character limit calculated?
The character limit includes the ellipsis characters. For example, with a limit of 100 and an ellipsis of '...' (3 characters), the actual text will be truncated to 97 characters plus the 3-character ellipsis.