SQL Formatter

Format and beautify SQL queries with support for multiple database dialects. Clean up messy SQL, apply consistent styling, and improve readability.

Formatting Options

Master Your SQL Queries

Stop struggling with unreadable queries. standardize your SQL for better readability, debugging, and collaboration across your entire team.

Multi-Dialect

Native support for MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, SQLite, and Standard SQL syntax.

Instant Beautify

Turn spaghetti code into clean, indented, and readable queries with a single click.

Error Detection

Identify syntax errors and formatting issues before you run queries in production.

Easy Export

Copy to clipboard or download your formatted SQL file for version control.

How It Works

The SQL Formatter runs entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Unlike other tools that send your data to a server, we process everything locally on your device. This guarantees 100% privacy and blazing fast speed.

  • No server interaction – data never leaves your device
  • Instant results since there is no network latency
  • Works offline once the page is loaded
  • Free to use with no usage limits

How to Use

1

Paste SQL

Paste a query or upload a .sql file.

2

Pick Dialect

Choose a dialect and formatting style.

3

Export

Copy or download the formatted SQL.

Example Usage

Formatting a compact SQL query into a readable layout.

Input
select id,name from users where active=1 order by created_at desc;
Output
SELECT\n id,\n name\nFROM\n users\nWHERE\n active = 1\nORDER BY\n created_at DESC;

Frequently Asked Questions

What does an SQL formatter do?
It formats SQL queries with clean indentation, line breaks, and consistent capitalization. This makes complex queries easier to read, review, and debug.
Will formatting change my SQL query results?
No. Formatting only changes whitespace and layout, not query logic. Your SQL should run the same as long as the original query is valid.
Does it support different SQL dialects like MySQL or PostgreSQL?
Many formatters handle common SQL patterns across major databases. Some dialect-specific features may not format perfectly, but the query structure usually becomes much more readable.
Why does my formatted query still look messy?
The input may contain invalid syntax or unusual formatting in strings. Make sure quotes are closed and remove non-SQL text before formatting.
Is this SQL Formatter secure?
Yes. It runs 100% client-side, so your queries stay in your browser and are not uploaded to a server.

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