HTML Formatter - Format and Beautify HTML Code Online Free

Format, beautify, and organize HTML code with proper indentation. Clean up messy HTML and improve code readability instantly.

HTML Formatter - Format and Beautify HTML Code Online Free

🌐 HTML Formatter & Beautifier

Format and beautify your HTML code with proper indentation and structure. Improve code readability and organization.

HTML Code Formatter

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HTML Formatting Best Practices

Code Structure

  • • Use consistent indentation (2 or 4 spaces)
  • • Properly nest HTML elements
  • • Use semantic HTML5 elements
  • • Add comments for complex sections
  • • Keep attributes on separate lines for readability

Performance Tips

  • • Minimize HTML file size for production
  • • Use proper DOCTYPE declaration
  • • Optimize images with alt attributes
  • • Use external CSS and JavaScript files
  • • Validate HTML for cross-browser compatibility

HTML Structure Example

<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
  <head>
    <meta charset="UTF-8">
    <title>Page Title</title>
  </head>
  <body>
    <header>
      <h1>Main Heading</h1>
    </header>
    <main>
      <p>Content goes here</p>
    </main>
  </body>
</html>
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Smart Formatting

Intelligent HTML formatting with proper nesting.

Instant Format

Format HTML code instantly with one click.

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Better Readability

Improve code readability and maintainability.

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Customizable

Choose your preferred indentation style.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does HTML formatting do?

HTML formatting adds proper indentation, line breaks, and structure to your HTML code, making it more readable and maintainable. It doesn't change the functionality, only the visual organization of the code.

Will formatting change how my webpage looks?

No, formatting only changes the whitespace and indentation in your HTML source code. The actual appearance of your webpage in the browser will remain exactly the same.

Can I format minified HTML?

Yes! This tool is perfect for formatting minified or compressed HTML back into a readable format. It will add proper indentation and line breaks to make the code human-readable again.

What indentation should I use?

The most common choices are 2 spaces or 4 spaces. 2 spaces is popular for web development as it saves horizontal space, while 4 spaces provides better visual separation. Choose based on your team's coding standards.

Does the formatter handle HTML5 elements?

Yes, the formatter works with all HTML elements including HTML5 semantic elements like header, nav, main, section, article, aside, and footer. It properly handles both self-closing and container elements.