Google search result preview

Google search result preview: what it is for

Enter the title, description, URL and site name. The tool shows the result as it appears on Google, on desktop and on mobile, and measures the text in pixels in Arial (20 px for the title and 14 px for the description), warning you when it goes past about 600 and 920 pixels and will be cut off.

The bars change color with the length: short, good or too long.

How to use

1. Type the page title.
2. Write the meta description.
3. Check the preview and adjust until nothing is cut off.

When to use it

• Writing titles and descriptions for new pages.
• Improving the click-through rate of pages already on Google.
• Reviewing the SEO of stores and blogs.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ideal title length?

Google cuts titles by the space they take up, not by the number of letters. On desktop the title fits in about 600 pixels, which is 50 to 60 characters for most text. Wide letters (M, W, capitals) take up more space.

And the meta description?

About 920 pixels on desktop (roughly 2 lines, around 155 to 160 characters) and a little more on mobile. Text beyond that is shown with an ellipsis.

Does Google always use my title and description?

No. Google may rewrite the title and pick another part of the page as the description when it thinks it matches the search better. A clear title and description that are true to the content make it more likely they will be used.

Is the measurement exact?

It is an approximation: the tool measures the text in Arial at the sizes Google uses (20 px for the title and 14 px for the description, on desktop). Google changes its layout from time to time.

Is it really free?

Yes, 100% free. No sign-up, no subscription and no usage limits. All Tools123 tools are free and run right in your browser.

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