Lorem Ipsum Generator
Generate placeholder text by the paragraph, sentence or word — with the classic “Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet” opening and optional HTML paragraph tags for pasting straight into a template. Generated locally in your browser.
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What is lorem ipsum?
Lorem ipsum is the standard placeholder text of the design and publishing world — scrambled pseudo-Latin derived from a passage of Cicero, used to fill layouts so the typography can be judged without the words being read. It has been in continuous use since the 1500s, when an unknown printer scrambled a galley of type to make a specimen book. The guide covers the full history and when not to use it.
Tips
- Tick HTML <p> tags when pasting into a CMS or template so paragraphs survive.
- Generate by words when filling a field with a character limit, then check the exact count with the word counter.
- The classic opening line is on by default because most designers expect layouts to start with it; untick for fully random filler.
Frequently asked questions
What does lorem ipsum mean?
Nothing, deliberately. It is scrambled Latin cut from a passage of Cicero written in 45 BC — the opening fragment comes from "dolorem ipsum quia dolor sit amet", "pain itself, because it is pain". Printers have used scrambled versions as layout filler since the 1500s.
Why use lorem ipsum instead of real text?
It has the letter frequencies and word-length rhythm of real language, so layouts look typographically realistic — but because it means nothing, reviewers judge the design instead of copy-editing the words. Uniform filler like repeated words distorts line wrapping; real copy derails reviews.
Can I generate an exact number of words?
Yes — switch the unit to Words and set the count. That is handy for filling fields with limits; pair it with the word counter to verify exact character counts too.
Is the text generated on a server?
No. The text is assembled locally in your browser from a bundled word list — generate as much as you like offline.