Free online OPML to TXT converter

OPML (Outline Processor Markup Language) is an XML-based format used to store outlines, lists, and feed subscriptions. TXT is a plain text format that contains unformatted readable characters, making it ideal for simple notes and exported content.

What is OPML to TXT conversion?

OPML to TXT conversion means turning an outline file into a plain text file. This is useful when you want to read, edit, share, or archive the outline without XML tags and structure metadata.

Why convert OPML to TXT?

• Easy reading without XML markup.
• Better compatibility with any device or editor.
• Simple sharing for notes, outlines, and lists.
• Lightweight storage for plain content extraction.

How to convert OPML to TXT

You can convert OPML to TXT by opening the OPML file in a text editor or outline tool and saving or exporting the visible outline content as plain text. If the software does not support direct export, copy the outline content and paste it into a TXT file.

1. Open the OPML file in an editor or converter.
2. Extract the outline items you want to keep.
3. Remove XML tags and formatting if needed.
4. Save the result as .txt.

Best software for conversion

Best choice: Notepad++ for manual cleanup and saving as plain text, or Microsoft Word / LibreOffice Writer if you want to preserve readable outline structure before exporting to TXT.

If you need automated conversion, use an online OPML to TXT converter or a script-based tool such as Python to parse the OPML outline and export only the text nodes.

Using software menus

In many editors, the process is similar to File → Open, then File → Save As, and choose TXT as the output format.

Things to keep in mind

• TXT does not preserve OPML hierarchy, attributes, or metadata unless you format them manually.
• Indentation can be used to represent outline levels in plain text.
• Encoding matters; use UTF-8 for best character support.

Summary

OPML to TXT conversion is best when you need a simple, universal, and editable version of an outline. For quick manual conversion, Notepad++ is a practical option; for structured batch conversion, a script or dedicated converter is more efficient.