CSS Formatter
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About CSS Formatter
Format CSS into readable, consistently indented code or remove unnecessary whitespace for a smaller result. Processing happens locally, making the tool useful for cleaning up stylesheets, reviewing generated CSS, and preparing code for development or production.
Key Features
Real-time Formatting
See your CSS formatted instantly as you type with live preview.
Beautify & Minify
Switch between readable formatted CSS and compressed minified output.
Smart Indentation
Automatically organizes selectors, properties, and values with proper spacing.
100% Client-side
All CSS processing happens in your browser - your code never leaves your device.
Copy & Download
One-click copy to clipboard or download as a .css file.
Syntax Highlighting
Professional Monaco editor with CSS syntax highlighting and folding.
How to Use
- 1Paste your CSS code into the input area on the left.
- 2The tool automatically formats your CSS in real-time.
- 3Toggle between 'Beautify' for readable format or 'Minify' for production.
- 4Click 'Copy' to copy the output or 'Download' to save as a file.
- 5Use 'Clear All' to reset and start fresh.
Pro Tips
- 💡Minified CSS reduces file size significantly - great for improving website load times.
- 💡Use beautified CSS during development for easier debugging and maintenance.
- 💡The editor supports code folding - collapse rule blocks to navigate large stylesheets.
- 💡Consider organizing CSS with comments before formatting for better structure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my CSS code secure?
Yes! All CSS processing happens entirely in your browser. Your code is never uploaded to any server.
Does this tool validate CSS syntax?
The formatter processes your CSS and will show errors if the syntax is invalid. It helps identify common issues like missing semicolons or brackets.
What's the difference between Beautify and Minify?
Beautify adds proper indentation and line breaks for human readability. Minify removes all unnecessary whitespace to create the smallest possible file size for production use.
Can I format CSS with vendor prefixes?
Yes! The formatter handles all CSS including vendor prefixes (-webkit-, -moz-, -ms-) and modern CSS features.
Does it support CSS preprocessor syntax?
This tool is designed for standard CSS. For SASS or LESS, you'll need to compile them to CSS first.