SQL Formatter
Format and beautify SQL queries for readability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What SQL dialects are supported?
The formatter supports standard SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, Microsoft SQL Server, and Oracle SQL syntax. Each dialect handles specific keywords and features differently. Select your target dialect for the most accurate formatting of dialect-specific keywords and syntax.
Does it handle complex queries?
Yes — the formatter correctly handles subqueries, CTEs (WITH clauses), JOINs, UNION/INTERSECT/EXCEPT, window functions, CASE statements, and nested expressions. Each level of nesting is properly indented to show the query structure clearly.
Can I customize the formatting style?
Yes — configure keyword case (UPPER, lower, or unchanged), indentation size (2 or 4 spaces, or tabs), line width before wrapping, comma placement (leading or trailing), and whether to keep or remove inline comments. These options let you match your team's SQL coding standards.
Does formatting change the query behavior?
No — the formatter only changes whitespace and letter case for keywords. The query logic, column references, table names, and string literals remain exactly the same. Formatting is purely cosmetic and never alters what the query does when executed.
Can I minify SQL instead of beautifying it?
Yes — toggle minify mode to compress the query onto as few lines as possible by removing unnecessary whitespace and comments. Minified SQL is useful for log entries, URL parameters, or any context where compactness is more important than readability.