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SVG Formatter

Format and prettify SVG markup for readability, review, and editing. Improve indentation and structure in minified or exported SVG code directly in your browser.

Readable SVG code formatter

Turn compressed SVG markup into clean, reviewable code.

Paste minified or messy SVG code, choose the formatting style and prepare a readable version for editing, debugging, documentation or design handoff.

Local only Readable code Preview check Developer UX
Drop messy SVG here or paste minified SVG markup into the input editor below.
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Indent 2 spaces
Status Ready
Preview

Original vs formatted SVG

Original preview No SVG

Paste or upload an SVG to preview it here.

Formatted preview Waiting

Run format to compare the visual result.

Processed locally viewBox: — Scripts: — Events: — Visual check: —
Input

Messy SVG markup

Paste minified, single-line or hard-to-read SVG code here.

Output

Formatted result

Readable SVG markup will appear here after formatting.

How It Works

SVGTrim's formatter is designed as the readable-code companion to SVG Minifier. Instead of reducing file size or applying SVGO presets, it focuses on turning compressed, single-line or hard-to-review SVG markup into structured code with clearer indentation and safer inspection before editing or sharing.

Use Cases

  • Formatting minified SVG before manual editing
  • Making exported SVG markup easier to review in pull requests
  • Preparing inline SVG code for documentation or handoff
  • Debugging SVG structure, defs, gradients, masks and nested groups
  • Comparing original and formatted previews before copying the result

FAQ

What is the difference between SVG Formatter and SVG Minifier?

SVG Formatter makes SVG code easier to read with indentation and layout options. SVG Minifier removes markup noise to reduce file size. They serve opposite workflows: editing/debugging versus production compaction.

Does SVG Formatter upload my SVG?

No. The formatter is designed for browser-based processing, so pasted or uploaded SVG markup stays on your device.

Can formatting SVG change how it looks?

Formatting should preserve the visual structure of the SVG. The preview comparison exists so you can verify the rendered result before copying or downloading formatted markup.

Should I format SVG before optimizing it?

Use Formatter when you need to inspect or edit the code. Use Optimizer or Minifier after editing when you want a smaller production-ready result.