Free Line Counter
Whether it is code, poetry or a mailing list, line counts matter. This free counter tallies total lines, non-empty lines and empty lines live as you type — and tells you the longest line, so column limits never surprise you.
Counts update live as you type. Nothing is uploaded.
How to Use the Line Counter
- Paste or type your text or code.
- Watch the counts update live.
- Check the longest line against your limit.
- Edit directly until the numbers look right.
Features
Live counts for total lines, non-empty lines, empty lines, longest line length, characters and words — all recalculated on every keystroke with debouncing for smooth performance on large pastes. No buttons, no waiting, no uploads.
Benefits & Use Cases
Developers check file lengths and enforce line-length lint rules. Poets and lyricists count verses. Data folks verify row counts in CSV-like pastes. Writers working with line-limited forms (haiku, classifieds) see exactly where they stand.
Tips
Blank lines count separately, which is handy for spotting accidental double-spacing in pasted lists. If your longest line exceeds 80 characters and you are writing code, consider wrapping it. The word count here uses the same logic as the dedicated Word Counter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the line counter free?
Yes, free and unlimited.
Does it count empty lines?
Yes — it shows total, non-empty and empty lines separately.
How is the longest line measured?
In characters, including spaces. Useful for 80-column code limits.
Can it count lines in code?
Yes, paste any code — it counts plain text lines regardless of language.
Is my text stored?
No. Everything is counted locally in your browser.
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