dos2unix Converter
Convert DOS/Windows line feed style to UNIX/Linux line feed style.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Line feed (LF) characters are special characters that mark the end of a line in text files. Different operating systems use different line ending conventions: Windows uses CRLF (Carriage Return + Line Feed), Unix/Linux uses LF, and older Mac systems used CR.
Converting line feeds is necessary when moving text files between different operating systems. Files created on Windows may not display correctly on Linux/Mac and vice versa. This tool helps ensure compatibility across platforms.
Yes, this tool supports both direct text input and file uploads. You can upload a text file and convert its line endings to the desired format, then download the converted file.
Use LF (Unix) for Linux/Mac projects and most modern development environments. Use CRLF (Windows) for Windows-specific applications. Most version control systems and modern editors handle LF format well across all platforms.
Yes, your privacy is protected. Files and text are processed securely without being stored or logged. Your data is discarded immediately after processing.