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Convert TXT to CSV using Java REST API.

Text files (TXT) are commonly used for storing unstructured or plain-text data, but when dealing with large datasets, structured formats like CSV (Comma-Separated Values) are more efficient for data analysis and processing. Converting TXT to CSV is essential when working with databases, spreadsheets, or applications that require structured tabular data. Furthermore, the CSV files provide a standardized format, making it easier to organize, filter, and manipulate data for business and analytical purposes.

REST API for TXT to CSV Conversion

Aspose.Cells Cloud SDK for .NET provides a seamless and efficient way to convert TXT files to CSV format while preserving data integrity and structure. Whether you’re dealing with large datasets or simple text-based information, this powerful API automates the conversion process, ensuring accuracy and eliminating manual effort. By using Aspose.Cells Cloud, developers can integrate TXT to CSV conversion into their .NET applications effortlessly, making it ideal for cloud-based solutions, data processing workflows, and enterprise applications.

Installation

Please add the following details to pom.xml file of maven build project.

<repositories>
    <repository>
        <id>AsposeJavaAPI</id>
        <name>Aspose Java API</name>
        <url>https://repository.aspose.cloud/repo/</url>
    </repository>
</repositories>
<dependencies>
    <dependency>
        <groupId>com.aspose</groupId>
        <artifactId>aspose-cells-cloud</artifactId>
        <version>24.9</version>
    </dependency>
</dependencies>

Secondly, obtain your client credentials from cloud dashboard. If you do not have an existing account, simply create a free account by following the instructions specified in the quick start article.

Convert Text File to CSV in Java

The following section explains the steps on how we can programmatically convert a Text file to CSV format using Java REST API.

CellsApi api = new CellsApi(clientId,clientSecret);

Create an instance of CellsApi while providing client credentials as input arguments.

api.uploadFile("input.txt", file, "internal");

Upload the input Text file to the cloud storage using uploadFile(…) method.

File response = api.cellsWorkbookGetWorkbook(name, null ,"CSV", 
                        null, null, null, "internal", "myResultant.csv", "internal", null);

Finally, call the method cellsWorkbookGetWorkbook(…) to initiate the conversion operation.

txt to csv preview

A preview of TXT to CSV conversion using Java REST API.

The input Text file and resultant CSV generated in the above example can be downloaded from:

TXT to CSV Conversion using cURL Commands

Aspose.Cells Cloud provides a powerful REST API for converting TXT to CSV effortlessly. With cURL commands, users can interact with the API directly from the command line, making it a convenient solution for automated workflows and batch processing. By sending a simple HTTP request, you can convert a TXT file to a structured CSV format while ensuring accurate data separation and formatting.

The first step in this approach is to generate a JWT access token using the following command:

curl -v "https://api.aspose.cloud/connect/token" \
 -X POST \
 -d "grant_type=client_credentials&client_id=XXXXXXXX-XXXXXX-426c-85f7-7d458b112383&client_secret=2bf81fca2f3ca1790eXXXXXXXXXX" \
 -H "Content-Type: application/x-www-form-urlencoded" \
 -H "Accept: application/json"

Now, please execute the following command to convert the Text file to CSV format online. The input TXT file is expected to be in cloud storage and after conversion, the resultant CSV is then stored in the cloud storage.

curl -o "https://api.aspose.cloud/v3.0/cells/{sourceFile}?format=CSV&isAutoFit=true&onlySaveTable=true&outPath={resultantFile}&checkExcelRestriction=true" \
-X GET \
-H "accept: application/json" \
-H "authorization: Bearer {accessToken}"

Replace sourceFile with the name of input TXT file, resultantFile with the name of resultant CSV and accessToken with a JWT access token generated above.

  • In order to save the resultant CSV to the local drive, please use the following cURL command, where we have skipped the resultant file name and have used -o argument to specify the resultant path.
curl -v "https://api.aspose.cloud/v3.0/cells/{sourceFile}?format=CSV&isAutoFit=true&onlySaveTable=true&checkExcelRestriction=true" \
-X GET \
-H "accept: application/json" \
-H "authorization: Bearer {accessToken}" \
-o "output.csv"

Free TXT to CSV Converter App

You may consider using our lightweight and supper-efficient Text File to CSV Converter App. This free App is built on top of Aspose.Cells Cloud APIs and can be tested online without any installation.

txt to csv converter

A preview of TXT to CSV converter App

Conclusion

Both Aspose.Cells Cloud SDK for .NET and cURL commands provide efficient ways to convert TXT to CSV, catering to different development needs. The .NET SDK offers a seamless and developer-friendly solution for integrating conversion capabilities within applications, making it ideal for businesses and cloud-based solutions. On the other hand, using cURL commands allows for quick, lightweight, and scriptable interactions with the Aspose.Cells Cloud API, making it a great option for automated workflows and batch processing.

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