Text Indent Tool

What is text indentation?

Text indentation refers to adding or removing whitespace at the beginning of lines to adjust the text structure. It's commonly used in programming, formatting documents, and creating hierarchical text structures.

Should I use spaces or tabs for indentation?

The choice between spaces and tabs often depends on coding standards or personal preference. Spaces offer consistent rendering across all editors, while tabs allow users to configure their preferred indentation width.

How does removing indentation work?

When removing indentation, the tool attempts to strip the specified number of spaces or tabs from the beginning of each line. For spaces, it removes up to the specified count. For tabs, it removes one tab character per line if present.

What are common use cases for text indentation?

Text indentation is essential for code formatting, creating outlines, structuring documents, aligning content, and meeting style guide requirements. It improves readability and helps visualize text hierarchy.