HTML Formatter & Beautifier

Format, minify, and beautify HTML code instantly with our free online HTML formatter tool.

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HTML Formatter

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How to Use the HTML Formatter

  1. Paste your HTML code into the input field on the left
  2. Click "Format" to beautify and indent your HTML with proper spacing
  3. Click "Minify" to compress HTML by removing whitespace and comments
  4. Use "Copy to Clipboard" to quickly copy the formatted result
  5. Load HTML files directly using the "Load" button

Key Features

  • HTML beautification and formatting
  • HTML minification for production
  • Syntax highlighting and validation
  • Copy to clipboard functionality
  • File upload support
  • No data stored or transmitted

Common Use Cases

  • Clean up minified HTML files
  • Format HTML for better readability
  • Optimize HTML for production
  • Debug HTML structure issues
  • Prepare HTML for code reviews
  • Educational purposes

About HTML

HTML (HyperText Markup Language) is the standard markup language used to create web pages. It describes the structure of a webpage using markup. HTML elements are the building blocks of HTML pages, represented by tags which label pieces of content such as headings, paragraphs, links, and more.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HTML formatting?

HTML formatting, also known as "pretty printing," adds proper indentation, line breaks, and spacing to make HTML code more readable. It transforms compressed HTML into a structured, easy-to-read format.

What does minifying HTML do?

Minifying HTML removes all unnecessary whitespace, line breaks, and comments to create the smallest possible file size. This reduces bandwidth usage and improves website loading speed.

Is my HTML code safe to use with this tool?

Yes, this HTML formatter runs entirely in your browser. Your code is never sent to our servers or stored anywhere. All processing happens locally on your device for maximum privacy and security.

What happens if my HTML has syntax errors?

The tool will attempt to format your HTML even with minor syntax errors. However, major syntax errors may prevent proper formatting and will be highlighted for you to fix.

Can I format large HTML files?

Yes, but very large files may slow down your browser since processing happens client-side. For optimal performance, we recommend files under 5MB. Larger files should be processed in chunks.

What's the difference between HTML and XHTML?

HTML is the standard markup language for web pages, while XHTML is HTML written as XML. XHTML is more strict with syntax rules and requires well-formed documents with properly closed tags.

Do I need to install anything to use this tool?

No installation required! This is a web-based tool that works in any modern browser. Simply paste your HTML and start formatting immediately.