Tailwind CSS Class Sorter

Sort and organize Tailwind CSS classes automatically. Remove duplicates, alphabetize classes, match official recommended order. Free Tailwind tool.

Why Sort Tailwind Classes?

Tailwind CSS recommends sorting utility classes in a specific order to improve code readability and maintainability. The official order groups related utilities: layout first, then spacing, typography, and so on. This makes it easier to find and modify specific styles in long class strings.

Recommended Class Order

  1. Layout (display, position, z-index)
  2. Flexbox & Grid
  3. Spacing (margin, padding)
  4. Sizing (width, height)
  5. Typography (font-size, text-align)
  6. Background & Borders
  7. Effects (shadow, opacity)
  8. Transitions & Animation

Benefits

  • Easier to read and understand at a glance
  • Faster to find and modify specific styles
  • Consistent code style across your team
  • Reduces duplicate classes automatically

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I sort Tailwind classes?
Sorting Tailwind classes makes your code more consistent and maintainable. The official recommended order groups related utilities together (layout, spacing, typography, etc.), making it easier to scan and modify your classes.
Does this remove duplicate classes?
Yes! The sorter automatically removes duplicate classes. For example, if you have 'p-4 p-4' it will be reduced to just 'p-4'. This helps keep your HTML clean and reduces file size.
Is this compatible with Tailwind CSS v3?
Yes, this tool is compatible with Tailwind CSS v3 and earlier versions. It follows the official Tailwind Labs recommended class order which applies to all recent versions.
Should I use a Prettier plugin instead?
Prettier with prettier-plugin-tailwindcss is great for automated formatting in your editor. This tool is useful for quick one-off sorting, checking existing code, or when you don't have Prettier set up.