Var Dump Formatter

Beautify and format PHP var_dump() output.

🐘 Var Dump Formatter

Format, beautify, and analyze PHP var_dump and print_r outputs

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⚙️ Format Options
ℹ️ Supports common var_dump, print_r, and JSON formats. It adjusts whitespace/indentation without altering data.
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Paste a dump above and click "Format" to see the output here

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What is a PHP Var Dump Formatter?

A PHP var_dump() formatter is a specialized utility designed to take the raw, often messy output of PHP's debugging functions and transform it into a structured, readable format. When developers use var_dump() or print_r() on large arrays or deeply nested objects, the resulting output can be a single, unformatted block of text that is nearly impossible to analyze.

CodeHelper's Var Dump Beautifier instantly cleans up this output, adding proper indentation, line breaks, and structure, making it easy to see key-value pairs and object properties.

Var_dump vs. Print_r: Which one should you use?

  • var_dump($var): Provides the most detailed information, including data types (string, int, float) and lengths. It is essential for strict type checking.
  • print_r($var): Produces a more "human-readable" output but omits data types. It's great for a quick look at array structures.
  • var_export($var): Generates valid PHP code that can be copy-pasted back into a script to recreate the variable.

How to use the Var Dump Pretty Printer

  1. Paste your raw PHP output into the input field.
  2. Click the "Format" button.
  3. The tool will automatically detect if it's a var_dump, print_r, or even JSON.
  4. Copy the beautified result for your documentation or debugging logs.

Whether you are debugging a WordPress plugin, a Laravel application, or a legacy PHP script, having a clear view of your data is the first step toward fixing bugs faster.