Free online CHM to TXT converter
Convert compiled HTML Help manuals into plain, searchable TXT files.
Convert CHM to TXT online - free
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Some e-readers, text-processing tools, and archival workflows accept plain text but cannot open Microsoft Compiled HTML Help files. Converting a CHM book or manual to TXT makes its words easier to edit, search, and store without HTML formatting.
What the CHM format is
CHM (Compiled HTML Help) packages HTML pages, images, navigation, and search data into one compressed file. It is commonly used for Windows software help and electronic manuals, and is created with Microsoft HTML Help Workshop or other help-authoring tools.
What the TXT format is
TXT stores plain characters without page layout, embedded images, or interactive navigation. It is useful for editing, full-text searching, scripts, and devices or applications that accept only plain text; its small files are also easy to archive and share.
How to convert CHM to TXT
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- Open the CHM-to-TXT converter on 101convert.com and upload the CHM file.
- Start the conversion and choose TXT as the output if prompted.
- Download the converted file when processing finishes. Multiple files can be converted in one batch; check the page for its per-file size limit.
The conversion runs on the site’s server with Calibre.
Offline with desktop software
Calibre is free, open-source software for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Add the CHM file to the library, select it, click Convert books, choose TXT as the output format, and confirm the conversion. Alternatively, run ebook-convert manual.chm manual.txt in a terminal, replacing the filenames with your own.
Quality and limitations
TXT preserves readable text, not the CHM table of contents, hyperlinks, images, or page layout. Review the output for misplaced headings or unusual character encoding, especially with older manuals; the original CHM is needed to retain its navigation and illustrations.
Note: This chm to txt conversion record is incomplete, must be verified, and may contain inaccuracies. Please vote below whether you found this information helpful or not.
Frequently asked questions
Is the CHM to TXT converter free?
Yes, converting CHM to TXT on 101convert.com is completely free. No registration, email address or installation is required. If you need a higher file size limit or want to convert more files at once, see our plans.
How large can my CHM file be?
You can upload CHM files up to 10 MB and convert up to 3 files at once in a single batch. With a paid plan the limit is up to 1000 MB per file and 50 files at once, see our plans.
What happens to my uploaded files?
Files are processed automatically and deleted from our servers within a few minutes after conversion. We never view or share your files.
Do I need to install any software to convert CHM to TXT?
No. The CHM to TXT conversion runs entirely online in your browser and works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone.
Did the conversion fail?
In most cases, the cause is an incorrect file format. Please upload a valid CHM file for this CHM to TXT conversion. Occasionally, the issue may be on our side. We analyze recurring conversion failures and disable or fix the converter if we detect a defect.