Tired of messy HTML? Our free online HTML formatter instantly cleans up your code, making it easier to understand and maintain. Choose from various indentation options to match your personal or team coding style.
Tip
Use semantic HTML elements like <main> and <section> instead of generic <div> tags to improve SEO.
Did You Know?
HTML5 was officially released in 2014, introducing native support for video, audio, and canvas elements.
HTML (HyperText Markup Language) is the standard markup language used to create the structure of web pages. Over time, as developers add features and content, HTML files can become cluttered and difficult to read. Proper formatting is essential for maintaining a clean Document Object Model (DOM) and ensuring that frontend code remains accessible and maintainable for all developers involved in a project.
Best Practice
Always include a <title> tag and a <meta> description in your HTML head for better search engine indexing.
For the best results, consider using Prettier or EditorConfig directly within your IDE (like VS Code) to format HTML as you type. You can also integrate formatting checks into your CI/CD pipeline or use Git hooks with Husky to ensure that only properly formatted HTML is ever committed to your repository.
Q: Does this tool modify my HTML content or logic? A: No, the tool only adjusts indentation and whitespace. Your tags, attributes, and text content remain untouched.
Q: Is my code secure when using this formatter? A: Yes, all formatting is done locally in your browser. We do not store or transmit your code to our servers.
Q: Why should I prefer 2 spaces over tabs? A: While it is a matter of preference, 2 spaces are often preferred in web development to keep deep nesting readable on smaller screens.