Auto-formatting and indenting HTML code in Notepad++ can greatly enhance code readability and make it easier to navigate and troubleshoot. Although Notepad++ doesn't have a built-in HTML auto-formatting feature, you can achieve the desired result by using the "Tidy2" plugin. Follow the steps below to set it up:
Install the Tidy2 plugin:
- Open Notepad++ and go to "Plugins" from the menu bar.
- Select "Plugins Admin" to open the Plugin Manager.
- In the Plugin Manager, search for "Tidy2" in the available plugins list.
- Check the box next to "Tidy2" and click the "Install" button.
- Follow the prompts to complete the installation.
Configure Tidy2:
- Once the installation is complete, go to "Plugins" again.
- Mouse over "Tidy2" and select "Tidy2 Config...".
- In the Tidy2 configuration window, you can specify the formatting options according to your preferences. You can choose indentation, line wrapping, tag case, and other formatting options.
- Adjust the settings to match your desired HTML formatting style.
Auto-format HTML code:
- Open an HTML file or paste your HTML code into a new document in Notepad++.
- Select all the code by pressing "Ctrl+A" or choosing "Edit" > "Select All".
- Go to "Plugins" > "Tidy2" > "Tidy" or use the shortcut "Ctrl+Alt+Shift+B" to run the Tidy2 plugin.
- Tidy2 will automatically format and indent your HTML code based on the settings you configured in the previous step.
That's it! Tidy2 will auto-format and indent your HTML code, making it more organized and easier to read in Notepad++. Remember to save your changes after formatting.
Alternatively, if you prefer a different auto-formatting tool, you can search for other Notepad++ plugins or explore external tools such as HTML beautifiers available online. These tools allow you to paste your code and receive formatted output, which you can then paste back into Notepad++.
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