Word to TXT Converter

Convert Word to TXT online. Converting Word to TXT changes how structure and formatting are represented. Free to use with no signup or watermark.

How to convert Word to TXT

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    Add the Word file you want to convert. This workflow processes one source file at a time.

  2. 2

    TXT is already selected for this page. The source and target formats are fixed by this page, and one file is processed at a time.

  3. 3

    Start the conversion, then download and check the finished TXT file.

What changes when you convert Word to TXT?

Converting Word to TXT changes how structure and formatting are represented. Plain-text targets remove visual styling, while markup targets keep only the structures they support.

  • The source and target formats are fixed by this page, and one file is processed at a time.
  • Open the finished TXT file and check fine details, layout and compatibility in the app where you plan to use it.
Source format

What is a Word file?

Word (DOCX) is the document format used by Microsoft Word, the world’s most common word processor. It stores editable text with rich formatting, images and tables, making it the go-to choice for letters, essays, resumes and reports you need to edit.

How to open a Word file

Word files open in Microsoft Word, Google Docs, LibreOffice Writer and the free Word viewers available on most devices.

Output format

What is a TXT file?

TXT is a plain-text file with no formatting - just raw characters. It is the most universal, lightweight document format, readable by every device and program ever made.

How to open a TXT file

TXT opens in any text editor: Notepad, TextEdit, or the default viewer on any device.

Frequently asked questions

Is it free to convert Word to TXT?
Yes. There is no sign-up, subscription or watermark on the converted file.
What happens to quality when Word becomes TXT?
Converting Word to TXT changes how structure and formatting are represented. Plain-text targets remove visual styling, while markup targets keep only the structures they support.
Which conversion options are available on this page?
The source and target formats are fixed by this page, and one file is processed at a time.
How can I open the converted TXT file?
TXT opens in any text editor: Notepad, TextEdit, or the default viewer on any device.

Convert Word to other formats

ToolSpice can convert your Word files to these other formats:

Word to PDF
Word to JPG
Word to PNG

Convert other formats to TXT

These other formats can be converted to TXT on ToolSpice:

HTML to TXT