Remove Zero-Width Characters
Remove common zero-width and invisible formatting characters from text. Clean pasted text by removing unwanted markup, symbols, spaces or invisible characters. Processing runs in your browser.
How to use Remove Zero-Width Characters
Paste text into the editor, set any options shown, and click Apply. The transformed result replaces the content in the same text box; use Undo to restore the previous text.
What this tool does
Remove common zero-width and invisible formatting characters from text. Clean pasted text by removing unwanted markup, symbols, spaces or invisible characters. Processing runs in your browser.
Before using the result
Keep a copy of important source text. This tool is intended as a convenience: validate converted content for your particular context, file format, language or software environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about Remove Zero-Width Characters.
What does Remove Zero-Width Characters do?
Remove common zero-width and invisible formatting characters from text. Clean pasted text by removing unwanted markup, symbols, spaces or invisible characters. Processing runs in your browser.
How do I use Remove Zero-Width Characters?
Paste or type the source text, adjust any available options, then click Apply. The result replaces the text in the same editor; use Undo to restore the previous version.
What should I check after using Remove Zero-Width Characters?
Check that only the intended symbols, whitespace or markup were removed, especially when the text contains code or structured data.
Can I use Remove Zero-Width Characters with large or complex inputs?
Limits depend on your browser, the size and structure of the input, and the formats supported by the tool. Start with a short sample, then test a larger input and review the result before relying on it.
Does Remove Zero-Width Characters upload or store my content?
The transformation is intended to run in your browser. Some tools load JavaScript libraries from third-party CDNs; avoid entering passwords or highly sensitive material unless you have reviewed the page and are comfortable with its processing behavior.