Find and Replace Text

About the Find and Replace Text Tool

We built this tool to be a fast and powerful way to perform bulk text edits directly in your browser. Whether you need to fix a common typo across a large document, update a variable name in a code snippet, or perform complex pattern replacements, this tool can handle it. It's designed for developers, writers, and anyone who needs to edit text efficiently.

Our Find and Replace tool goes beyond simple text matching. It includes options for case-sensitive searches and supports Regular Expressions (Regex) for advanced pattern matching. The live highlighting feature shows you exactly what will be replaced before you commit, and the match counter gives you immediate feedback. Everything happens on your computer, so your data is always private and secure.

How to Use the Tool

• Paste the text you want to edit into the "Input Text" box on the left.
• Enter the word or pattern you want to find in the "Find" field. You will see all matches highlighted instantly in the input box.
• Enter the new text you want to use in the "Replace With" field.
• Use the options to control the search: check "Case Sensitive" for an exact match, or check "Use Regular Expressions" for advanced pattern matching.
• The "Replaced Output" on the right will show the final text in real-time.
• Once you are happy with the result, use the "Copy" or "Download" buttons to save your cleaned text.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Regular Expression (Regex)?

A Regular Expression (or Regex) is a special sequence of characters that defines a search pattern. It's like a super-powered find and replace. For example, the regex `\d+` will find any sequence of one or more digits. Our tool lets you use these patterns in the "Find" field to perform complex searches that a simple text search cannot.

How do I do a case-sensitive search?

Simply check the "Case Sensitive" box in the options panel. When this is checked, searching for "Apple" will only find "Apple" and will not match with "apple" or "APPLE". When it's unchecked, all variations will be matched.

Can I reference parts of my match in the replacement text?

Yes you can, by using regular expressions and capture groups. When you check "Use Regular Expressions," you can wrap parts of your "Find" pattern in parentheses `()`. These are called capture groups. You can then reference them in the "Replace With" field using `$1` for the first group, `$2` for the second, and so on. For example, finding `(\w+)\s(\w+)` and replacing with `$2, $1` would swap the first two words of a line.

Why isn't my text being replaced?

The most common reasons are: 1. The "Find" text doesn't exist in the input. 2. The "Case Sensitive" option is checked, and the casing doesn't match. 3. If you're using Regular Expressions, your pattern might be invalid or might not match anything in the text. Check for errors in your regex syntax.

Is my text private?

Yes. All find and replace operations happen directly in your web browser on your computer. Your text is never sent to our servers, so you can safely use this tool with sensitive information.