Add Prefix/Suffix Into Line Tool
A powerful text processing tool that intelligently adds prefix and/or suffix to each line while preserving formatting. Perfect for code commenting, markdown formatting, log processing, and bulk text manipulation with support for multiple file formats and encodings.
Text to Add
Processing Options
Basic Options
Advanced Options
Features & Capabilities
Basic Text Processing
- Add prefix and/or suffix to each line
- Smart empty line handling
- Preserve original indentation
- Trim lines option
- Bulk text processing
- Line ending preservation
Advanced Capabilities
- Code block preservation
- HTML tag handling
- Markdown formatting support
- Comment line handling
- Unicode and RTL support
- Escape sequence processing
How to Use
Step 1: Input Text
Enter or paste your text in the editor
Step 2: Add Prefix/Suffix
Type the prefix to add before each line and optionally add a suffix
Step 3: Configure Options
Select appropriate processing options for your needs
Step 4: Process
Click 'Add Prefix/Suffix' to process your text
Step 5: Review & Copy
Review the processed result and copy to clipboard
Common Use Cases
- Adding comment markers to code
- Formatting log files
- Creating markdown lists
- Preparing data for CSV files
- Formatting configuration files
- Processing documentation
Interesting History
The concept of adding prefixes and suffixes to text lines has deep roots in computing history. In the early days of programming, line prefixes were essential for BASIC programming, where each line required a number prefix. The practice evolved with Unix text processing tools in the 1970s, particularly with 'sed' and 'awk', which revolutionized text manipulation. The advent of IDEs in the 1990s brought sophisticated line manipulation features, making tasks like bulk commenting and text formatting more accessible. Today, prefix/suffix processing is fundamental in various applications, from code formatting to data processing, demonstrating how a simple concept has become an essential tool in modern computing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this prefix/suffix tool different from others?
Our tool offers intelligent processing that preserves code structure, markdown formatting, and HTML tags while adding prefixes/suffixes. It handles complex cases like nested structures, bidirectional text, and maintains original formatting.
How does it handle different programming languages?
The tool intelligently recognizes and preserves code structures, comments, and indentation across various programming languages. It can handle single-line and multi-line comments while maintaining code formatting.
Can it process markdown and HTML simultaneously?
Yes, the tool can handle mixed content, preserving both markdown syntax and HTML structure. It intelligently processes content while maintaining the integrity of both formats.
How does it handle Unicode and bidirectional text?
The tool fully supports Unicode characters and bidirectional text, preserving RTL (Right-to-Left) and LTR (Left-to-Right) markers while adding prefixes and suffixes.
What are the common use cases for this tool?
Common applications include adding comment markers to code, creating markdown lists, formatting log files, preparing data for CSV files, and processing documentation with consistent formatting.
How does it handle large text files?
The tool is optimized for performance with efficient line-by-line processing and smart caching, allowing it to handle large text files smoothly.
Can it preserve indentation and empty lines?
Yes, the tool offers options to preserve both indentation and empty lines, maintaining the original document structure while adding prefixes and suffixes.
Does it support escape sequences?
Yes, it handles various escape sequences including \n, \t, \r, and Unicode escapes, processing them correctly based on context.
How does it handle mixed line endings?
The tool can preserve original line endings (\n, \r, \r\n) while processing text, ensuring compatibility across different operating systems.
Is the processed text reversible?
While the tool includes undo/redo functionality, it's recommended to keep a backup of the original text as prefix/suffix addition is a transformative operation.