Add Line Numbers

Prefix every line with a running number. Choose the separator, set the starting value and optionally skip blank lines.

How to use Add Line Numbers

Paste the text you want to number — one item per line.

Set the start number and pick a separator; tick skip empty lines if needed.

The numbered text updates live — click Copy to use it.

Frequently asked questions

Can I start numbering from a value other than 1?

Yes. Change the start number to any integer and the first numbered line begins there, counting up by one for each following line.

What does skip empty lines do?

Blank lines are left untouched and do not consume a number, so a 1 and a 2 stay next to each other even when separated by a gap.

Which separators can I use?

A dot, a closing parenthesis, a colon or a tab — the number and the separator are prefixed to each line.

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