CSS to LESS Converter

Convert CSS code to LESS format with automatic variable extraction, nesting support, and clean LESS syntax.

CSS Input

LESS Output

Automatically extract colors and create LESS variables

About CSS to LESS Converter

What is LESS?

LESS is a CSS preprocessor that extends CSS with dynamic behavior such as variables, mixins, operations, and functions. LESS code compiles into standard CSS and runs on the server side or client side in the browser.

  • Variables using @variable syntax for colors, sizes, and values
  • Nested selectors for better code organization and readability
  • Mixins for reusable blocks of code
  • Mathematical operations within stylesheets
  • Functions and control structures
  • Improved maintainability following DRY principles

Key Features

Conversion Options

  • Nesting & Variables: Full LESS conversion with variable extraction
  • Simple Conversion: Direct CSS to LESS without major changes
  • Extract Variables: Automatically identify and create LESS variables

Supported Features

  • CSS3 and modern CSS syntax
  • Media queries conversion
  • Color extraction as variables
  • Pseudo-selectors and pseudo-elements

Common Use Cases

Web Development

  • Migrate existing CSS projects to LESS
  • Prepare CSS for modern tooling
  • Improve stylesheet organization

Refactoring

  • Convert legacy CSS to LESS
  • Prepare for preprocessor setup
  • Reduce stylesheet maintenance

Learning

  • Understand LESS syntax and structure
  • Learn variable extraction patterns
  • Practice stylesheet organization

Migration

  • Batch convert CSS to LESS format
  • Integrate with build pipelines
  • Standardize stylesheet formats

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