Smart helpers

Helpers that point you to the right tool: describe your problem, drop a file to see what you can do with it, convert almost any unit or work with lists.

  • Free
  • No sign-up
  • Runs in your browser

All tools in this category

List toolboxSort, shuffle, dedupe, number or change the case of a pasted list — ten operations in one page. Find a toolDescribe what you need in a sentence and get matching tools from the catalog. Universal converterDrop a file and see exactly which format conversions are available for it. What can I do with this file?Drop a file and see every tool in the catalog that applies to its type. Local historyJump back to the tools you've used recently on this device.

What you can do here

With hundreds of tools it is easy to know what you want but not what it is called. These helpers start from the problem, not the tool name: describe what you need in your own words, or drop a file and see which actions make sense for it.

They also include a universal converter for many kinds of units, a toolbox for lists and a local history of what you did recently, stored only in your browser, so you can pick up where you left off.

  • Find a tool by describing the problem.
  • What can I do with this file? shows sensible actions for a file you drop.
  • Universal converter for units and quantities of many kinds.
  • List toolbox and local history for repeated jobs.

Frequently asked questions

How does the tool finder work?
It matches the words of your problem to the tools' names and descriptions, in your browser, without sending your query anywhere.
Is my file uploaded when I ask what I can do with it?
No. The file is inspected in your browser, and only its type and name are used.
Where is the local history stored?
In your browser only, and you can clear it at any time.
Can I find a tool from the keyboard?
Yes. Press Ctrl+K, or Cmd+K on a Mac, on any page to open the quick search.
Do these helpers replace the individual tools?
No, they lead you to them. Each tool keeps its own page with instructions and limits.