README
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.README File

README is a text file format used to store plain, unformatted text. It is universally supported and can be opened by virtually any text editor or word processor.

About the .readme file

README is a text file format used to store plain, unformatted text. It is universally supported and can be opened by virtually any text editor or word processor. Files in this category are typically used for text files and may be opened, edited or converted using the tools on this site.

Common uses

  • Belongs to Text Files
  • Viewable in-browser
  • Editable in-browser
  • Convertible to other formats

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README file FAQ

A .readme file belongs to the Text Files category. README is a text file format used to store plain, unformatted text. It is universally supported and can be opened by virtually any text editor or word processor.

You can open .readme files directly in your browser using our online viewer above — no software install needed.

Yes. Use our online editor above to edit .readme files with syntax highlighting, undo and export.

Use the converter options above to change .readme into docx, pdf, rtf and more.