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Text Truncator

Sometimes you need a shorter preview, not a hard cut. Text Truncator shortens text and adds dots at the end. This is helpful for previews, summaries, and descriptions. You always control how much text is kept.

Note: Text entered into this tool is processed directly in your browser. We do not store, log, or transmit your data.

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How This Tool Works

Paste or type your text into the input box and choose how many characters or words you want to keep. The tool will automatically shorten the text and add an ellipsis (three dots) at the end to indicate that the content continues.

  • Paste or type your text into the input box.
  • Choose the maximum length for the text.
  • Click the truncate button to shorten the content.
  • Copy the shortened text from the output box.

This makes it easy to create previews for articles, descriptions, and summaries without manually editing the text.

Practical Use Cases and Common Scenarios

  • Article previews: Create short excerpts for blog posts or news articles.
  • Product descriptions: Show a shortened version of longer descriptions in listings.
  • Social media snippets: Trim text to fit character limits on platforms.
  • Email previews: Generate short text previews for inbox displays.
  • Content summaries: Quickly create brief summaries from longer paragraphs.
  • UI design and testing: Prepare shortened placeholder text for layouts and interfaces.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Text Truncator remove text permanently?

No. The tool only creates a shortened version of the text. Your original text remains unchanged in the input box.

What does the ellipsis mean?

The ellipsis (three dots) shows that the text has been shortened and that more content exists beyond what is displayed.

Can I choose how much text is kept?

Yes. You can control the maximum number of characters or words before the text is truncated.

Is my text stored by the tool?

No. All processing happens directly in your browser. The tool does not store or send your text anywhere.

When should I use text truncation?

Text truncation is useful when displaying previews, summaries, or limited space content such as cards, lists, or mobile interfaces.