Free CSV Viewer
View, sort, and search CSV data instantly. Supports multiple delimiters with auto-detection. Upload or paste CSV text to analyze your data.
Upload a CSV file or paste CSV text to get started.
About CSV Files
CSV (Comma-Separated Values) is a simple text-based format for storing tabular data. Each line represents a row, and commas separate columns. CSV is widely used for data interchange between applications, databases, and spreadsheets.
CSV Features:
- Universal format: Supported by Excel, Google Sheets, databases, and most data tools
- Simple & portable: Plain text, human-readable, works on any platform
- Quoted fields: Values with commas or newlines can be wrapped in quotes
- Multiple delimiters: Comma, semicolon, tab, or pipe separators
- Headers optional: First row can contain column names
How do I export data as CSV?
In Excel: Save As → CSV (Comma delimited). In Google Sheets: File → Download → CSV. In most databases: Export → CSV format. CSV is the standard export format for tabular data.
What if my CSV has special characters?
CSV handles special characters through quoting. Fields with commas, quotes, or newlines should be wrapped in double quotes. Special characters like é, ñ, or emoji are preserved if the file uses UTF-8 encoding.
How does auto-delimiter detection work?
This tool analyzes the first line of your CSV to detect which delimiter appears most consistently. For best results with unusual delimiters, manually select the correct one from the dropdown.