Character Counter
Count Unicode characters, bytes, lines and words.
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Character count
Enter a value to begin.
What this calculator does
Compare character totals with and without spaces plus UTF-8 byte and line counts.
Inputs and what they mean
- Text
- — text value.
How to use it
- Paste or enter content in the editor.
- Adjust any options for the result you need.
- Copy or download the locally processed output.
Formula
Characters use Unicode code points; bytes use the UTF-8 encoded length.
Worked example
Count Unicode text
Compare visible character, no-space, line, word, and UTF-8 byte counts.
Reading the result
The character count appears in the output box and can be copied straight out. Nothing you paste leaves your browser.
Limitations and assumptions
Results depend entirely on the figures you enter and are rounded for display. They are for general information and education, not professional advice.