CSS to SCSS Converter
Convert CSS code to SCSS with nesting
Input CSS
Converted SCSS
What is CSS to SCSS Conversion?
Tired of repetitive CSS? SCSS (Sassy CSS) adds powerful features like variables, nesting, and mixins to regular CSS. This tool converts your existing CSS files to SCSS format, applying smart nesting where it makes sense and preparing your code for enhanced functionality. It's the first step toward more maintainable stylesheets.
According to MDN Web Docs, Sass/SCSS is one of the most popular CSS preprocessors used by major frameworks and companies worldwide. Our converter analyzes your CSS structure and intelligently applies nesting based on selector relationships, giving you cleaner, more readable SCSS. As the official Sass guide explains, SCSS is fully compatible with CSS – any valid CSS is valid SCSS.
Everything runs in your browser. No uploads, no installation – just instant conversion.
Why Convert to SCSS
Smart Nesting
Automatically converts related selectors into nested structures. Instead of repeating parent selectors, nest child elements logically. Makes hierarchy clear and reduces repetition.
Cleaner Code
SCSS's nesting mirrors your HTML structure. See relationships between selectors at a glance. Easier to read, easier to maintain, easier to modify.
Preprocessor Ready
Once converted, add variables, mixins, functions, and other SCSS features. Start simple with nesting, then gradually adopt more advanced preprocessing capabilities.
File Upload Support
Convert entire CSS files without copy-paste. Upload any .css file and download the converted SCSS. Perfect for migrating existing projects to Sass.
Instant Conversion
Conversion happens in milliseconds. See SCSS output immediately as you paste CSS. No waiting, no processing delays.
Syntax Highlighting
Both editors feature syntax highlighting. See CSS and SCSS properly formatted, making it easy to compare before and after.
How to Convert CSS to SCSS
Add Your CSS
Paste your CSS into the left editor, or upload a .css file. Click "Sample" to see example conversion. Any valid CSS works – the tool handles selectors, media queries, and complex structures.
Automatic Conversion
Your CSS is converted to SCSS instantly. The tool identifies selector relationships and applies nesting where appropriate. Related rules are grouped together, creating cleaner hierarchy.
Copy or Download
Click "Copy" to grab the SCSS code, or "Download" to save it as a .scss file. Use it in your Sass build process. Add variables and mixins later to take full advantage of SCSS features.
When to Convert to SCSS
Migrating to Sass
Moving an existing project to Sass? Convert your CSS files first. Get immediate benefits from nesting, then gradually add variables, mixins, and other features as you refactor.
Improving Maintainability
Large CSS files getting hard to manage? SCSS's nesting makes relationships clear. Find related styles faster, modify components easier, and reduce the mental overhead of maintaining big stylesheets.
Learning SCSS
New to Sass? Convert familiar CSS and see how SCSS structures the same styles. Great way to understand nesting and prepare for learning more advanced preprocessing features.
Framework Integration
Using frameworks like Bootstrap that use Sass? Convert your custom CSS to SCSS to match the framework's tooling. Consistent build process across your entire stylesheet.
Common Questions
Will this break my styles?
No. When compiled back to CSS, SCSS produces identical output. The conversion only changes formatting and structure, not the actual styles applied to your page.
Do I need to install anything?
Not for conversion. But to use SCSS files in your project, you'll need a Sass compiler. Most modern build tools like Webpack, Vite, or Parcel have built-in Sass support.
What's the difference between SCSS and Sass?
SCSS uses CSS-like syntax with braces and semicolons. Sass (the indented syntax) uses indentation instead. SCSS is more popular because it looks like regular CSS. Both compile to the same CSS output.
Does this add variables and mixins?
No, this tool only converts structure and applies nesting. You'll need to manually add variables, mixins, functions, and other advanced features. The converted SCSS gives you a clean foundation to build on.
How does nesting work?
The converter identifies selector relationships. For example, `.parent` and `.parent .child` become nested rules. Media queries stay at the same level. The result is more organized, hierarchical code.
Can I convert SCSS back to CSS?
Yes! Use our SCSS to CSS converter to compile SCSS back to standard CSS. That's the normal Sass workflow – write in SCSS, compile to CSS for browsers.
Related CSS Tools
Converting to SCSS is just the beginning. Here are related tools:
Want to learn more about Sass/SCSS? Check the official Sass documentation or browse CSS-Tricks Sass articles.