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Smart Quote Converter

Convert between straight quotes, curly quotes, and dashes.

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Output

“Hello,” she said – “let’s go to the museum.”

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between straight and curly quotes?
Straight quotes (" " and ' ') are typewriter-era ASCII characters, while curly or "smart" quotes (“ ” ‘ ’) are the typographically correct opening and closing marks used in published prose.
When should I use an em dash versus an en dash?
An em dash (—) sets off a phrase or marks a break in thought, while an en dash (–) connects ranges like dates or page numbers. The converter can normalize between hyphens and both dash types.
Why do straight quotes sometimes look wrong in published text?
Most editors expect curly quotes to match opening and closing context, and straight quotes can look amateurish in formal typography. The converter applies the directional marks automatically based on surrounding characters.