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Extract Lines Containing

Extract only the lines that match your pattern -- contains, starts with, ends with, or regex. See match counts instantly.

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How to use Extract Lines Containing

  1. Paste your text into the input box above.
  2. Enter your pattern in the search field.
  3. Select a match mode: Contains, Starts with, Ends with, or Regex.
  4. Click Extract Lines to see matching lines and the match count.

What is Extract Lines Containing?

This tool acts like a browser-based grep: paste your text, enter a pattern, and only matching lines are kept. Choose from four match modes: Contains (substring anywhere), Starts with (anchored to beginning), Ends with (anchored to end), or Regex (full regular expression). Toggle case sensitivity and optionally include line numbers. All processing is client-side.

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FAQ

What match modes are available?
Four modes: Contains (pattern anywhere in a line), Starts with (line must begin with pattern), Ends with (line must end with pattern), and Regex (full JavaScript regular expression).
Can I use regular expressions?
Yes. Switch the Match dropdown to 'Regex' and enter any valid JavaScript regex. For example, \d{3}-\d{3}-\d{4} to find lines with US phone numbers.
How does case sensitivity work?
By default matching is case-insensitive. Check 'Case-sensitive' to match exact casing.
Is my text uploaded anywhere?
No. All line extraction happens in your browser. Nothing leaves your device.

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