SERP Preview Tool
See exactly how your title and meta description appear in Google search results — with truncation warnings when you exceed Google's pixel limits.
Why preview your SERP listing?
Google measures titles in pixels, not characters — so a title with lots of capital letters or wide letters (W, M) can get truncated even when it's under 60 characters. Mobile and desktop also have different limits. Previewing both before you publish prevents the dreaded mid-sentence ellipsis (“Best CRM Software for…”).
Google's actual limits
- Desktop title — about 580px wide (~50–60 characters depending on letter widths).
- Mobile title — slightly tighter at ~520px.
- Meta description — about 920px on desktop, 680px on mobile.
The preview above measures pixel widths in real time and shows a warning when you cross the threshold. It uses Google's actual font (Arial 18px for the title, 14px for the description) so the measurement matches what searchers actually see.
Frequently asked questions
Why does Google sometimes change my title in search results?
Google rewrites titles when it thinks yours doesn't match what the page is actually about, or when it's too long, too short, or stuffed with keywords. The best defense is a clear, accurate title under the pixel limit.
What's the ideal title length?
About 50–60 characters or under 580 pixels on desktop. Mobile is slightly tighter. Watch for wide letters (W, M, capital letters) — they push the pixel count up faster than narrow letters.
Why is meta description measured in pixels, not characters?
Google truncates based on rendered width, not character count. The same 160-character description can fit or get cut off depending on how many wide letters and capital letters it contains. The preview above measures actual pixel width using Google's font.
Do meta descriptions affect rankings?
Not directly. They affect click-through rate, which indirectly affects rankings over time — pages with higher CTR signal relevance to Google. A great meta description is a CTR multiplier, not a ranking factor.
Why does the mobile preview look different?
Mobile SERPs use a slightly smaller font and narrower viewport, so titles and descriptions truncate sooner. Most search traffic is now mobile, so always check both before publishing.
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