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Tabs to Spaces Converter

Convert tab characters to spaces in your text with custom settings

Tip: Press Ctrl+Enter to convert, Ctrl+Shift+C to copy

How to use this converter

  • Enter your text - Paste text containing tab characters
  • Set spaces per tab - Choose how many spaces each tab should become
  • Conversion options - Select additional preferences
  • Get results - Convert and copy or download your formatted text

Common uses

  • Format code for consistent indentation across editors
  • Prepare text for platforms that don't support tabs
  • Standardize document formatting
  • Fix alignment issues caused by tab characters

Tips & Tricks

What's a good number of spaces per tab?

Most coding standards recommend 2 or 4 spaces. 4 spaces is the most common choice.

Will this affect spaces that aren't from tabs?

No, only tab characters (ASCII 9) will be converted. Existing spaces remain unchanged.

Can I convert spaces back to tabs?

Yes, check out our companion tool "Spaces to Tabs Converter" for that functionality.