Clean Copied Text

Remove numbers from a list

Clean numbered lists by removing leading numbers like 1., 2), (3) or a. while keeping the list items. Numbers inside a line — like "I have 2 dogs" — are left exactly as they are.

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What this tool fixes

  • Leading numbering: 1., 2), (3)
  • Leading letters: a., A), and roman numerals
  • Numbers inside the text are preserved
  • Indentation is kept

How to use it

  1. 1Paste your textDrop in the messy text you copied from anywhere.
  2. 2Click cleanClean Copied Text fixes the formatting instantly, in your browser.
  3. 3Copy the resultCopy the clean text or download it as a .txt file.

Common uses

Turning a numbered list into plain itemsRe-numbering a list from scratch elsewhereConverting a numbered list into bulletsCleaning copied outlines

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Frequently asked questions

Will it remove numbers inside my sentences?
No. Only leading list numbering is removed. "I have 2 dogs" stays unchanged.
Does it handle a., b., c. and roman numerals?
Yes. Leading letters and roman numerals followed by a dot or parenthesis are removed too.