# Word Separator Split text into individual words, with each word on a new line > Canonical page: https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/word-separator - **Category:** Text Processing - **Keywords:** word, separator, split, line break, text processing, word splitter ## Overview The Word Separator is a streamlined utility designed to instantly break down blocks of text into individual words, placing each word on its own line for easier analysis, formatting, or data extraction. ## Inputs - **Text Input** (textarea): Enter your text here to split into words... - **Add Line Numbers** (checkbox): Number each word for easy reference - **Sort by Length** (checkbox): Sort words by length (longest first) - **Handle Special Characters** (checkbox): Preserve URLs, emails, and other special text patterns - **Preserve Original Case** (checkbox): Keep original letter casing (upper/lower case) - **Include Empty Lines** (checkbox): Keep empty lines in the output ## When to use - When you need to create a vertical list of words from a paragraph for keyword analysis. - When preparing raw text data for import into spreadsheets or database systems. - When you need to quickly count or sort vocabulary from a large document. ## How it works - Paste your source text into the input area. - Select your preferred formatting options, such as adding line numbers or sorting by word length. - Click the process button to generate your list of words, each separated by a clean line break. ## Use cases - Extracting a unique list of keywords from a blog post for SEO optimization. - Converting long sentences into a vertical format for easier proofreading or manual editing. - Preparing word lists for language learning flashcards or vocabulary study. ## Frequently asked questions ### Can I keep my original text casing? 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