Delete First Word Each Line
Paste plain text and remove each line’s first word locally in your browser.
Delete the first word on each line
A QUICK WALKTHROUGH
How to use this tool
- Paste text with one item per line.
- Delete the first word on each non-blank line.
- Review and copy the result.
Word and separator rule
A word is the first non-whitespace token on a line. Leading whitespace, that token, and the whitespace immediately after it are removed; punctuation attached to the token stays part of it.
Blank lines and newlines
Blank or whitespace-only lines are unchanged. LF, CRLF, and CR line endings are preserved.
Local processing
Text is processed in your browser and never uploaded. Input is limited to 1,000,000 characters.
GOOD TO KNOW
Common questions
What counts as a word?
The first run of non-whitespace characters on each line, including any punctuation attached to it.
Are blank lines changed?
No. Empty and whitespace-only lines remain exactly as entered.
Are line endings preserved?
Yes. LF, CRLF, and CR separators are retained.