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Binary Tab

The Binary Tab displays raw hexadecimal data, useful for examining the actual bytes within a clip.

When to Use​

The Binary Tab is helpful for:

  • "Peeking" inside data formats that can't be displayed normally (like HDROP file lists)
  • Investigating why you have an extra line feed when copying from certain applications
  • Debugging clipboard data issues
  • Examining private or unknown data formats

What You'll See​

The Binary Tab shows:

  • Raw bytes in hexadecimal format
  • ASCII representation of printable characters
  • Offset positions within the data

Enabling the Binary Tab​

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The Binary Tab is disabled by default to reduce clutter. Enable it in the Editor tab of the Options dialog.

To enable:

  1. Open Tools > Options
  2. Go to the Editor tab
  3. Enable the Binary Tab option
  4. Click OK

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