Free CSV to TSV Converter
Convert comma-separated values to tab-separated values in one click.
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How to convert
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Upload your CSV file by dragging it onto the drop zone, or paste your CSV data into the text area.
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Click the Convert button to generate TSV output.
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The tab-separated result appears in the output area.
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Copy the result to your clipboard or click Download to save the .tsv file.
Features
- 100% private — data never leaves your browser
- No file uploads to any server
- No signup or account required
- Free with no usage limits
- Clean tab-delimited output
- Preserves quoted fields correctly
- Full UTF-8 and special character support
- Works on any device with a modern browser
What is TSV?
TSV (Tab-Separated Values) is a text format where columns are separated by tab characters instead of commas. TSV is preferred when data contains commas, and is commonly used in bioinformatics, linguistics, and data processing pipelines.
When to convert?
Convert CSV to TSV when your data contains commas that conflict with the CSV delimiter, when pasting into spreadsheets, or when working with tools that expect tab-delimited input such as bioinformatics software and Unix command-line tools.
Frequently asked questions
Is my data safe when converting CSV to TSV?
Yes. The conversion runs entirely in your browser. Your data is never sent to any server.
What is the difference between CSV and TSV?
CSV uses commas to separate values; TSV uses tab characters. TSV is often preferred when data contains commas, as it avoids the need for quoting.
When should I use TSV instead of CSV?
TSV is useful when your data contains commas, when pasting into spreadsheets, or when working with tools that expect tab-delimited input (e.g., some bioinformatics tools).
Does it handle quoted fields?
Yes. Fields that contain commas, newlines, or quotes in the original CSV are properly handled during the conversion to TSV.
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