HTML Formatter
Format and beautify HTML code with proper indentation.
HTML Input
Formatted Output
What is HTML Formatter?
HTML formatting makes your markup readable by adding proper indentation and line breaks. Well-formatted HTML is easier to read, debug, and maintain. This tool also offers minification to remove whitespace for production use, reducing file size.
How to Use This Tool
- Paste your HTML code in the input area
- Select indentation size (2 or 4 spaces)
- Click 'Format' for readable output or 'Minify' for compact code
- Copy the formatted HTML for your project
Common Use Cases
- Cleaning up messy or minified HTML
- Preparing HTML for code review
- Debugging layout issues with readable markup
- Minifying HTML for production deployment
Frequently Asked Questions
Does formatting change how HTML renders?
No, formatting only changes whitespace. The visual rendering in browsers remains exactly the same. However, be careful with pre-formatted elements like <pre> and <code>.
Should I use 2 or 4 space indentation?
Both are valid. 2 spaces is more common in modern web development as it keeps lines shorter. 4 spaces is traditional and may be easier to read for some developers.
Can this tool fix broken HTML?
This is a formatter, not a validator. It will format whatever you provide but won't fix missing closing tags or invalid nesting. Use an HTML validator for that.