vs code formatting mixed php and html #3941

You can run phpcs with the -s flag to show the sniffs which are complaining, then you can disable those sniffs in your custom standard or per-file.

References:

• https://github.com/squizlabs/PHP_CodeSniffer/wiki/Reporting#printing-full-and-summary-reports
• https://github.com/squizlabs/PHP_CodeSniffer/wiki/Advanced-Usage#ignoring-parts-of-a-file
• https://github.com/squizlabs/PHP_CodeSniffer/wiki/Annotated-Ruleset

Install PHP Extension: Ensure you have the PHP extension installed in VS Code. This extension provides PHP language support and formatting features.

Configure Formatting Settings:

Open your VS Code settings (press Ctrl + , or go to File > Preferences > Settings).
Search for "format" in the search bar to filter formatting-related settings.
Adjust the settings for PHP and HTML formatting to your preference. For example:
"php.format.enable": true, "php.suggest.basic": false, "editor.formatOnSave": true, // Enable format on save "editor.defaultFormatter": "esbenp.prettier-vscode", // Use Prettier as the default formatter

You can also specify specific settings for HTML formatting within PHP files::

"[php]": { "editor.defaultFormatter": "esbenp.prettier-vscode" }

Use Prettier or Other Formatter: Consider using a code formatter like Prettier for consistent formatting across HTML and PHP code blocks. Prettier supports formatting both PHP and HTML code, ensuring uniform formatting styles.

Ensure Proper Indentation: Make sure your PHP and HTML code blocks are properly indented to maintain readability. Proper indentation helps differentiate between PHP and HTML blocks and improves code organization.