Add List Prefix - Prepend Text
Add List Prefix list items instantly. Bullets, numbers, arrows, checkboxes, or custom text. Free, secure, client-side tool.
- Runs in your browser
- Nothing uploaded
- Free, no sign-up
Add custom prefix before each list item with preset or custom text. Switch to Remove mode to strip prefixes back off.
How to Use Add List Prefix - Prepend Text
- Paste Your List - Enter your list items
- Choose Prefix Type - Select preset (bullet, number, arrow) or custom
- Configure Options - Skip empty, trim whitespace, add space
- Click Add Prefix - Prefix added instantly
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my data secure?
Yes! All processing happens in your browser. Nothing is uploaded to any server.
Is this free?
Yes, completely free with no registration or limits.
How does numbered prefix work?
Select “Number” preset to auto-increment numbers before each item (1. apple, 2. banana, 3. cherry).
Can I use emojis or special characters?
Absolutely! Use custom prefix with any emoji (✅, ⭐, 🔥) or special characters (→, •, ►).
What does “Skip empty items” do?
When checked, blank lines in your list are ignored and no prefix is added to them. Useful for preserving spacing.
Can I add prefix to CSV or TSV data?
Yes! Select “Comma” or “Tab” separator to work with CSV/TSV data and add prefix to each column value.
What separators are supported?
Newline (default), comma, semicolon, tab, pipe, and space. Covers most common list formats.
Can I add prefix to thousands of items?
Yes! The tool handles 100,000+ items instantly with all processing client-side in your browser.
Does “Trim whitespace” remove all spaces?
No, it only removes leading/trailing whitespace before adding prefix. Spaces within the item text are preserved.
Can I download the result?
Yes, click “Download as TXT” to save the prefixed list as a text file for use elsewhere.
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