#Combine txt files into one

#Combining text files

This tool merges several text files into one, keeping the encoding safe and counting the total number of lines.

#How to use

Both steps use standard file dialogs.

#How it works

• Each file is read and decoded as UTF-8 (errors are ignored).
• Lines are written to the output file one by one.
• A newline is added after each file so their contents stay separated.
• The name of each file being processed is printed as it goes.
• If a file can't be read or written, the error is caught and skipped — the rest continues.

#Output

After combining, you'll see:

• The total number of lines in the new file.
• A confirmation that the file was created.
• The total time spent, shown in hours, minutes, and seconds.

#Notes

• UTF-8 decoding errors are handled gracefully.
• Output is written in binary mode, so non-UTF-8 characters won't break the file.