Free tool · SERP Snippet Preview

SERP Snippet Preview: see your page the way Google shows it

Type a title and description and see a live Google preview on desktop and mobile, with a clear warning when text gets cut off.

google.com/search

Desktop

Mobile

Widths are measured like Google’s font, so treat them as a close guide.

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What your result means

What the preview tells you

Fits

The text is short enough to show in full at that size.

Cut off

The text is wider than the space, so Google would likely cut it with “…”.

Missing

Nothing is filled in, so Google picks text from your page instead.

Desktop and mobile

Each view is measured on its own, because space differs.

How to use

Step by step

  1. 1

    Paste your page URL

    So the preview shows your real web address.

  2. 2

    Type your title

    Put the main words first.

  3. 3

    Write your description

    Say what the page offers and why to click.

  4. 4

    Check desktop and mobile

    Watch for any “Cut off” labels.

  5. 5

    Copy into your SEO plugin

    Paste the final text into Yoast, Rank Math or your CMS.

Guide

How to write a snippet people click

1

Lead with what people search

Put the main topic at the start of the title so it stays visible.

2

Measured in pixels, not letters

Wide letters take more space than narrow ones. That is why this tool measures width, not character count.

3

Google may rewrite it

Google can change your title or description to match a search. Your page content is the main source, so keep the page clear too.

4

Social titles count

Google says it can use og:title as a source for title links. Keep it close to your page title.

Why it matters

Why it matters for your business

Text width varies

Some scripts, like Thai with vowels and tone marks, take more space than you expect. A pixel check catches it.

Mixed languages

Many searches mix languages. Test each version of your title.

Mobile first

Many customers search on phones, so check the mobile view first.

When to use

When to use it

1

When you publish a new page

2

When a page gets views but few clicks

3

Before you launch a website

4

When you translate a page into another language

Who it’s for

Who it’s for

  • Business owners writing their own pages
  • Content writers and marketers
  • Agencies checking client pages
  • Online stores with many product pages
  • Service businesses like clinics and hotels
  • SEO teams

Common mistakes

Mistakes to avoid

Counting characters

Fix: Width matters more than count. Check the preview.

Same title on many pages

Fix: Give each page its own title so Google and people can tell them apart.

Stuffing keywords

Fix: Write for people. A clear title earns more clicks.

Leaving the description empty

Fix: Google will pick text for you. Write your own.

Testing desktop only

Fix: Check mobile too.

Worked example

Example: a Bangkok coffee roaster

Before

Title “Coffee | Example Roasters | Bangkok | Beans | Café | Delivery” was cut off on mobile.

→
After

Title became “Fresh Roasted Coffee Beans in Ari, Bangkok | Example Roasters” and fits on both views.

Illustrative example.

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Honest limits

What this tool can’t tell you

  • It is a close guide, not Google itself.
  • Google may still rewrite titles and descriptions.
  • It does not check rankings or clicks.
  • Fonts can differ slightly between devices.

FAQ

Questions, answered simply

What is a SERP snippet?

It is how your page looks in Google results: the title link, the web address and a short description.

How long should a title be?

There is no fixed character limit. Google cuts by width on screen, so check the preview and keep the main words first.

How long should a meta description be?

Long enough to explain the page and short enough not to be cut. The preview shows when it fits.

Why did Google change my title?

Google may rewrite titles and snippets to better match a search. A clear title that matches the page helps.

Does Thai text take more space?

Often yes. Thai letters with vowels and tone marks can be wider, so always check the preview.

Does the meta description help ranking?

It is mainly there to help people choose to click. Google can also use text from your page instead.

Are my inputs stored?

No. The preview runs in your browser and we do not save what you type.

Is it free?

Yes. The SERP Snippet Preview is free and you do not need a card.

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