FTL Formatter

The FTL Formatter is a text transformation utility designed for FreeMarker Template Language templates and related content. It focuses on readability, consistency, and maintainable spacing rather than code execution. The tool analyzes input text, applies a configurable set of style rules, and outputs a consistently formatted version of the same content. Conceptually, it operates as a formatting layer that sits between authoring and deployment, ensuring templates remain visually coherent across editors and teams. Beneficiaries include backend developers, templating specialists, and operations teams that automate template generation in CI/CD pipelines. Unique value comes from a focused, non-intrusive approach to FTL formatting with profile-driven customization, enabling teams to lock in a single style without editing logic. Core features include indentation normalization, directive block alignment, controlled wrapping of long expressions, and safe preservation of literal text. It supports per-project style profiles, so formatting remains consistent across repositories. Typical use cases include standardizing template indentation after contributor merges, preparing templates for reviews, and integrating with code quality tools that enforce formatting standards. The tool emphasizes non-evaluative behavior: it formats, not executes or lint-checks logic. Use cases span content authors, template engineers, and platform teams that manage templating at scale.