To preview a search result with this SERP preview tool, enter your page title and meta description into the SERP Preview and see how they might look in Google, with warnings when they are likely to be cut off. Google truncates by pixel width, so a rough length check is not enough.
Follow along with the free SERP Preview, which runs in your browser, or browse more tools in this category.
How to use the SERP Preview
- Enter the page title.
- Enter the meta description.
- Enter the URL.
- Read the preview and any length warnings, then edit until it fits.
Worked example
A 75-character title may be cut off with an ellipsis, while a 55-character one usually fits fully.
Tips and common mistakes
- Put the most important words at the start of the title.
- Write descriptions for people, since Google may rewrite them.
- Titles around 50 to 60 characters and descriptions around 150 to 160 usually fit, but pixel width decides.
Frequently asked questions
Why is my snippet cut off?
Google truncates by pixel width, so wide letters use up space faster.
Will Google use my description?
Often, but it may rewrite it to match a query.
Is it private?
Yes.