CSS Formatter
Free online CSS formatter. Format, beautify, and minify CSS code instantly. All processing happens locally in your browser.
How to Use CSS Formatter
Paste CSS
Paste your CSS code into the input panel. The tool accepts minified, messy, or normally formatted CSS.
Format or Minify
Click "Format" to beautify with proper indentation. Click "Minify" to compress to a single line.
Copy the Result
The output appears in the right panel. All processing happens locally.
Example
Before
.btn{color:white;background:blue;padding:8px 16px;border-radius:8px}.btn:hover{background:darkblue}After
.btn {
color: white;
background: blue;
padding: 8px 16px;
border-radius: 8px;
}
.btn:hover {
background: darkblue;
}Frequently Asked Questions
What does CSS formatting do?
CSS formatting adds proper indentation, line breaks, and spacing to make your stylesheet readable. It groups related properties, aligns values, and makes the structure easy to scan. Formatted CSS is easier to debug and maintain.
When should I minify CSS?
Minify CSS for production deployments to reduce file size. Minified CSS removes all unnecessary whitespace, comments, and formatting. This reduces bandwidth usage and improves page load times. Always keep the formatted version in your source code.
Does formatting change how my CSS works?
No. Formatting only changes whitespace — it does not modify selectors, properties, or values. Your CSS will work exactly the same after formatting. Minification also preserves functionality.