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SQL Formatter & Beautifier
Format SQL queries online with clean indentation, readable line breaks and uppercase SQL keywords.
Free SQL Formatter & Beautifier
This free SQL Formatter makes SQL queries easier to read by adding indentation, line breaks and consistent keyword formatting. It works directly in your browser.
What is SQL Formatting?
SQL formatting organizes a database query into a readable structure. Clauses such as SELECT, FROM, WHERE, JOIN, GROUP BY and ORDER BY are separated so developers can understand and edit queries more easily.
How to Format SQL
- Paste your SQL query into the input box.
- Select the formatting options you want.
- Click Format SQL.
- Review the formatted query.
- Copy the result.
Example
SELECT users.id, users.name, orders.total
FROM users
INNER JOIN orders ON users.id = orders.user_id
WHERE users.status = 'active'
AND orders.total > 100
ORDER BY orders.total DESC;
SQL Formatter Features
- Format SELECT queries
- Format JOIN statements
- Format WHERE conditions
- Format GROUP BY and ORDER BY
- Uppercase SQL keywords
- Readable indentation
- Copy formatted SQL
- Works on desktop and mobile
- No registration required
- Browser-based processing
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a SQL formatter do?
A SQL formatter reorganizes SQL source code into a consistent and readable structure without intentionally changing the query logic.
Does the SQL Formatter execute my query?
No. The tool only processes your SQL as text. It does not connect to a database or execute your query.
Does this tool support MySQL?
The formatter is designed around common SQL syntax and works well with many standard SQL queries, including commonly used MySQL-style queries.
Is the SQL Formatter free?
Yes. The SQL Formatter & Beautifier is available as a free online developer tool.