SQL Beautifier

Beautify, validate and minify your SQL queries with proper indentation and formatting

What is SQL?

SQL (Structured Query Language) is a standard programming language designed for managing and manipulating relational databases. It allows you to create, read, update, and delete data from database tables, as well as define database structures.

SQL consists of various types of statements including SELECT queries, INSERT operations, UPDATE commands, DELETE operations, and DDL (Data Definition Language) statements for creating tables and indexes.

Example:

INSERT INTO
  users (name, url, message, features, type, happy)
VALUES
  (
    'Prettify Code',
    'https://prettifycode.com',
    'I love prettifycode.com!',
    'Beautify, Minify, Validate',
    'developer',
    TRUE
  );

SQL is widely used across databases like MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, and SQLite for data analysis, reporting, and application development.

What is a SQL Beautifier?

A SQL Beautifier is a tool that formats raw, minified, or poorly structured SQL queries into clean, readable code with proper indentation, line breaks, and consistent formatting.

Using a SQL beautifier helps you:

  • Understand complex queries and joins more easily
  • Debug SQL syntax errors and logical issues
  • Share well-formatted queries with team members
  • Maintain consistent code style across projects
  • Improve readability of generated or minified SQL

If you work with compressed SQL from ORMs, generated queries, or messy legacy code, a SQL beautifier instantly restores clarity and structure.

Why Prettify Code SQL Beautifier?

There are many SQL formatters available, but Prettify Code's SQL Beautifier stands out with developer-focused features:

  • Fast & Lightweight – Format SQL queries instantly in your browser
  • Client-Side & Secure – Your SQL queries never leave your device
  • Dark & Light Mode – Comfortable coding in any lighting
  • One-Click Copy – Copy formatted SQL with a single click
  • Multiple Local Saves – Save and load multiple SQL snippets locally
  • No Ads or Clutter – Focus purely on your SQL code
  • Mobile-Optimized – Format SQL queries on any device
  • Part of a Full Dev Toolkit – Explore more tools at PrettifyCode.com

Save and Load SQL Locally

Never lose your carefully crafted SQL queries again!

Prettify Code SQL Beautifier lets you:

  • Save multiple SQL queries to local browser storage
  • Load saved queries anytime without re-typing
  • Edit or overwrite saved SQL snippets easily
  • Delete old queries when no longer needed

Your SQL queries remain completely private on your device — nothing gets uploaded to any server.

How to Use SQL Beautifier

  • Paste or type your SQL query into the editor above
  • Click the "Beautify SQL" button (or press Cmd + Enter / Ctrl + Enter)
  • View the beautifully formatted SQL output with proper indentation
  • Copy or download the formatted SQL for your database work
  • Optionally, save your SQL queries locally or load previously saved queries

Pro Tip

Use keyboard shortcuts like Cmd + Enter (Mac) or Ctrl + Enter (Windows/Linux) to quickly beautify your SQL without clicking the button.

This keyboard shortcut speeds up your database development workflow — especially when working with complex queries or multiple SQL files.

SQL Beautifier FAQs

Common questions about our SQL formatting tool

Does this SQL beautifier work with all database types?

Yes, our SQL Beautifier supports standard SQL syntax that works across MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, SQLite, and other major database systems.

Can I format complex SQL queries with joins and subqueries?

Absolutely! Our tool handles complex queries including multiple JOINs, nested subqueries, CTEs (Common Table Expressions), and advanced SQL features with proper indentation.

Will beautifying change my SQL query logic or results?

No, SQL beautification only affects formatting like whitespace, indentation, and line breaks. Your query logic and results remain exactly the same.

Can I format stored procedures and functions?

Yes, our SQL Beautifier can format stored procedures, functions, triggers, and other database objects with proper structure and indentation.

Does the tool preserve SQL comments?

Yes, both single-line (--) and multi-line (/* */) comments are preserved and properly formatted within your SQL code.

Can I customize the formatting style?

Currently, you can adjust the indentation size (2, 4, or 8 spaces). Our formatter uses best practices for SQL formatting with consistent keyword case and line breaks.

Is my SQL data secure when using this tool?

Absolutely. All SQL formatting happens locally in your browser. Your queries are never uploaded to our servers or shared with anyone.