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YAML Formatter

Clean up inconsistent YAML indentation and convert inline flow-style mappings into readable block style.

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How it works

Three steps, no setup

1

Paste your YAML

Mixed indentation and inline flow syntax are both accepted.

2

Get normalized output

Consistent 2-space indentation is applied throughout.

3

Check for parse errors

Invalid YAML is flagged with a clear error instead of silent corruption.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

What is flow-style YAML?
It is the inline { key: value } / [a, b, c] syntax borrowed from JSON — this tool converts it into the more common indented block style.
Does formatting change my data?
No, only structure and whitespace presentation changes — the underlying values stay identical.
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