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CSS Minifier

This tool offers two main functions: CSS Minification and CSS Beautification.

Upload CSS File

Max file size: 2MB. Allowed type: CSS

About CSS Minifier and Beautifier

This tool offers two main functions: CSS Minification and CSS Beautification. The CSS Minifier reduces the file size of your CSS stylesheets by removing unnecessary characters, while the CSS Beautifier formats your CSS code for improved readability. Both functions can significantly improve your workflow and website performance.

How to Use CSS Minifier and Beautifier?

  1. Choose between "Minify CSS" or "Beautify CSS" using the tabs.
  2. Enter your CSS code in the input area or upload a CSS file (max 2MB).
  3. Click the "Minify" or "Beautify" button to process your CSS.
  4. The processed CSS will appear in the output area.
  5. View the processing results to see the changes in file size.
  6. Use the "Copy" button to copy the processed CSS to your clipboard.
  7. Use the "Download" button to save the processed CSS as a file.
  8. To process a CSS file:
    • Click the "Upload" button and select a CSS file from your device.
    • The file content will be loaded into the input area.
    • Click "Minify" or "Beautify" to process the uploaded file.
    • Use the "Reset" button to clear all inputs and outputs.

Key Features

  • CSS Minification for reducing file size.
  • CSS Beautification for improving code readability.
  • Support for direct input and file upload.
  • Real-time processing statistics.
  • Copy to clipboard functionality.
  • Download processed CSS as a file.
  • File size limit of 2MB for uploads.
  • Drag and drop file upload support.
  • Responsive design for use on various devices.

Tips and Tricks

  • Always keep a backup of your original CSS files before processing.
  • Use minification for production code to improve load times.
  • Use beautification during development for easier code maintenance.
  • Test your minified CSS thoroughly to ensure it works as expected.
  • Consider using a CSS preprocessor like Sass or Less for more advanced optimizations.
  • Combine multiple CSS files into one before minifying to reduce HTTP requests.
  • Use CSS compression in conjunction with other web performance techniques like browser caching and CDN usage.
  • For very large CSS files, consider breaking them into smaller, more manageable chunks.
  • Regularly minify your CSS as part of your development workflow to maintain optimal performance.
  • Use version control to track changes in your original, minified, and beautified CSS files.