This article explains how to batch convert multiple HTML or MHTML web files into TXT plain text format, suitable for web page archiving, content extraction, text retrieval, data organization, and other scenarios. Using the "HTML to TXT" feature of HeSoft Doc Batch Tool , you can import multiple web files or an entire folder at once, complete save location settings and batch processing following the wizard, avoiding the need to open web pages one by one for copy-pasting, significantly reducing repetitive operations.
In daily office work, many materials are saved as HTML or MHTML web page files, such as webpage backups, system-exported pages, and historical archive files. If you only want to extract the text content, opening each file in a browser and then copying it into Notepad is not only time-consuming but also prone to omissions. The problem this article aims to solve is: How to batch convert many HTML web files into TXT plain text format.
Below, using the office software " HeSoft Doc Batch Tool " as an example, we introduce the complete workflow from selecting the function and importing files to batch conversion. The core value of this tool is batch file processing, which reduces repetitive work and is suitable for office scenarios requiring the handling of a large number of documents, web pages, and text files at once.
Applicable Scenarios
HTML batch to TXT conversion is suitable for the following common office needs:
- Webpage data archiving: Uniformly convert saved .html and .mhtml web files to .txt for long-term preservation and quick opening.
- Content extraction and organization: Extract text content from multiple web files for subsequent editing, proofreading, organization, or import into other systems.
- Full-text search: TXT plain text files are small and have a simple structure, making them suitable for batch keyword searching with search tools.
- Reduce repetitive operations: Avoid the inefficient process of opening HTML files one by one, manually copying, pasting, and saving as TXT.
- Compatibility with various web file formats: As seen in the file list from the screenshot, the pending files include extensions like html and mhtml, suitable for batch processing common webpage saving formats.
Effect Preview: Before and After Processing
Before: Multiple HTML / MHTML Web Files
Before processing, the folder contains multiple web files, such as 1.html, 2.mhtml, 3.html, 4.html. These files usually need to be opened through a browser and may contain webpage structures, styles, and links.
After: Corresponding TXT Plain Text Files Generated
After batch conversion is complete, corresponding TXT files are obtained, such as 1.txt, 2.txt, 3.txt, 4.txt. The converted files can be opened directly with Notepad, Notepad++, or other text editors, making them more suitable for text editing, data archiving, and keyword searching.
In other words, web files that originally needed to be processed one by one can be converted to plain text format through a single batch operation, significantly improving office efficiency.
Operation Steps: Batch Convert HTML Web Files to TXT
Step One: Enter "Text Tools" and Select "HTML to TXT"
After opening " HeSoft Doc Batch Tool ", select Text Tools from the function categories on the left. Find and click "HTML to TXT" in the tool list on the right.
The description of this function card is for batch converting HTML files to TXT plain text format, which directly corresponds to the need for converting web files to plain text addressed in this article. After entering this function, the software will open a dedicated processing wizard page.
Step Two: Add the HTML Files to Convert
After entering the "HTML to TXT" page, you can see operation buttons at the top, such as Add Files, Import Files from Folder, Clear, and More.
- If you only need to process a few specific files, you can click Add Files and manually select the HTML or MHTML files to convert.
- If the number of files is large and they are centralized in the same folder, you can click Import Files from Folder to import web files from that folder at once.
- If you make an import error, you can click Clear to re-select files.
After importing, the files will appear in the list. The list contains information such as Sequence Number, Name, Path, Extension, Creation Time, Modification Time, Operations, making it easy to check file completeness before conversion.
Step Three: Check the Pending File List
In the file list, you can see example files including 1.html, 2.mhtml, 3.html, 4.html, located in the D:\test\ directory, with extensions shown as html, mhtml, etc. The bottom of the page also shows the record count; for example, a record count of 4 indicates that 4 files are currently imported and pending conversion.
The purpose of this step is to confirm that the pending files are correct and none are missing. If a certain file does not need conversion, you can use the delete operation on the right side of that row to remove it from the list. The page also provides Filter and Sort buttons, which can be used to assist in viewing and organizing the list when there are many files.
Step Four: Click "Next" to Set the Save Location
After confirming the file list is correct, click Next at the bottom of the page. From the page flow, you can see the current task is divided into three stages: Select records to process, Set save location, and Start processing.
After entering the second step, set the save location for the converted TXT files according to the software prompts. It is recommended to choose a separate output folder to store the converted TXT files, avoiding mixing them with the original HTML files, which facilitates subsequent checking and archiving.
Step Five: Start Batch Processing and View Results
After setting the save location, continue to the Start processing stage. The software will execute the HTML to TXT operation in batch according to the imported list, converting multiple web files into corresponding TXT plain text files.
After processing is complete, open the save directory to view the generated .txt files. Typically, the filenames correspond to the original web files; for example, 1.html converts to 1.txt, making it easy to quickly compare original files and output results.
Common Questions and Precautions
1. Will webpage styles be preserved after converting HTML to TXT?
TXT is a plain text format, primarily used for preserving textual content, and is not suitable for retaining webpage layout, images, CSS styles, script effects, etc. If you need to preserve the webpage layout, consider converting to PDF, Word, or other document formats; if the goal is to extract text content, TXT is lighter and more convenient for search.
2. Can html and mhtml files be processed simultaneously?
As seen from the import list, the example includes .html and .mhtml files, shown respectively in the extension column. In actual operation, it is recommended to first place all the web files to be converted into the same folder, and then batch add them via "Import Files from Folder" for higher processing efficiency.
3. How to confirm if all files are imported completely when there are many files?
After importing, first check the record count at the bottom of the list, and then verify against the file names, paths, and extensions. If the file quantity is large, you can use the filtering and sorting functions on the page to assist in checking, avoiding omissions or incorrect selections.
4. Do I need to back up the original files before conversion?
It is recommended to keep the original HTML files. TXT files are more suitable for preserving text content, but the original web files may contain structure, links, images, or other page information. Storing original files and conversion results separately facilitates future traceability.
5. Why is batch conversion recommended over manual copy-paste?
If there are only one or two web files, manual processing is acceptable; but when the number of files reaches dozens or hundreds, opening, copying, pasting, and saving each one individually is very time-consuming. Using the batch processing function of office software allows repetitive operations to be handled by the tool, reducing manual errors and saving significant time.
Summary
The core value of batch converting HTML web files to TXT plain text lies in quickly extracting webpage text content for convenient archiving, searching, and further editing. With HeSoft Doc Batch Tool , you just need to enter "HTML to TXT" in "Text Tools", import multiple HTML and MHTML files, set the save location, and start processing to generate the corresponding TXT files all at once.
If you often need to organize webpage materials, process system-exported HTML pages, or wish to convert a large number of web files into searchable plain text, it is recommended to use the batch conversion process directly to avoid repetitive work, making file processing more efficient and standardized.