To calculate the size of a text file, follow these steps:
Identify the encoding: Determine the character encoding of the text file, such as UTF-8, UTF-16, or ASCII. This affects the number of bytes used per character.
Count the characters: Find the total number of characters in your text file. Most text editors and word processors can provide this information.
Calculate the byte size:
ASCII: Each character uses 1 byte.
UTF-8: Characters use 1 to 4 bytes depending on the character.
UTF-16: Each character uses 2 bytes, though some characters may use 4 bytes.
Add metadata size: If applicable, include any additional bytes for metadata or formatting that your text editor might add.