Will this tool delete my paragraph spacing?
No, standard line breaks, tabs, and spaces are preserved. The tool only deletes characters matched by your filters.
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Free Remove Special Characters | 1ClickTools
Instantly strip emojis, symbols, numbers, punctuation, or other special characters from any text. 100% secure client-side cleaning tool.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which emojis does the tool recognize?
It supports all modern Unicode emojis (using Extended Pictographic regex properties), including flags, skin tones, and compound emoji shapes.
What is considered a 'special character'?
Special characters include symbols like ★, ✉, ✿, and mathematical notation. Standard letters (including international characters) and numbers are kept.
Can I choose to remove only numbers?
Yes, you can check 'Remove Numeric Digits' and uncheck the other settings to target only numbers.
Is there a file upload size limit?
Since all processing is done locally in your browser, the tool can easily clean long articles and huge logs without any delays.
How accurate is this remove special characters tool?
All processing runs entirely in your browser using verified algorithms. Results are computed with full double-precision — no server-side rounding or data transmission occurs.