Prettier

Format code consistently with Prettier, an opinionated formatter that supports multiple languages.

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About Prettier

Prettier is an opinionated code formatter designed to enforce consistent code styling across projects. It supports a wide range of programming, markup, and configuration languages including JavaScript, TypeScript, CSS, HTML, Markdown, and GraphQL, with community plugins extending support to languages like Java, PHP, Ruby, and Rust. The tool integrates with most common code editors, and formats code automatically on save to eliminate style-related discussions during code review and reduce manual formatting work.

Key features

  • Opinionated formatting with minimal user configuration options
  • Supports core languages including JavaScript, TypeScript, CSS, Markdown
  • Integrates with popular editors like VS Code, WebStorm, Vim
  • Formats code automatically on editor save
  • Community plugins extend support to Java, PHP, Ruby, Rust
  • Eliminates manual styling work and code review style debates
Best for: Individual developers and development teams seeking consistent, low-effort code formatting across projects.
Good for
  • Widely adopted across the JavaScript ecosystem per State of JS surveys and GitHub dependency data
  • Automates code formatting to save time and reduce style review debates
  • Supports a large set of core languages with extendable community plugins
Watch out for
  • Has minimal user-configurable formatting options due to opinionated design
  • Default formatting rules may not align with all custom team style preferences

Prettier at a glance

Type
Online tool
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Platforms
Web
Open source
Not stated
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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Prettier FAQ

What languages does Prettier support?
Prettier supports JavaScript, TypeScript, CSS, HTML, Markdown, GraphQL, and many other core languages, with community plugins available for Java, PHP, Ruby, Rust and more.
Does Prettier integrate with common code editors?
Yes, it integrates with most popular editors including VS Code, WebStorm, Vim, Sublime Text, and Emacs.
How does Prettier reduce code review work?
It formats code automatically on save, eliminating the need to discuss code style during reviews.
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