KeyRoutines
StepFreetext.join

Join a list into one line of text with a separator

Join list glues the items of a list into one text, with a separator of your choice between them. It's the opposite of Split text and the usual last step before showing or saving a list.

How it works

  • Pass the list, for example the items from Split text or List files.
  • Set the separator; the default is a comma and a space.
  • It returns the combined text.

Routines that use it

List in a banner

Join the names of apps closed with Close app and show them in Show banner.

CSV line

Join values with commas and add the line to a file with Add text to file.

Clean up and rebuild

Split, remove duplicates with Remove duplicates, then join with new lines and copy with Set clipboard.

Settings

SettingWhat it does
ItemsThe list to join, such as the items from Split text.
SeparatorThe text to put between items.

Questions

How do I turn a list into text?
Use Join list with the separator you want, such as a comma or a line break.
What's the default separator?
A comma followed by a space.

Pairs well with

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