YAML Formatter
Format, validate, and organize your YAML documents
Tips for YAML Formatting
- YAML is whitespace-sensitive - use consistent indentation
- Use descriptive keys for better readability
- Prefer the dash notation for arrays instead of inline brackets
- Add comments with the # symbol to explain complex sections
About YAML Formatting
YAML (YAML Ain't Markup Language) is a human-readable data serialization standard that can be used in conjunction with all programming languages. It's commonly used for configuration files, data exchange between languages with different data structures, and in applications where data is being stored or transmitted.
YAML Formatting Best Practices:
- Use consistent indentation (usually 2 spaces)
- Use descriptive key names
- Add comments to explain complex structures
- Prefer multi-line formats for complex nested structures
- Use block chomping indicators (>, |, >-, |-) for multi-line strings
- Include document start marker (---) for multi-document YAML files