How do I use Black formatter in my Python projects?

How do I use Black formatter in my Python projects?

You can use Black by installing it via pip with the command pip install black. After that, you can format your Python files by running black your_file.py in the terminal.

Can I format an entire directory with Black?

Yes, you can format an entire directory by running black . in the terminal, which will format all Python files in the current directory and its subdirectories.

What options can I use with Black?

Black has several options, such as --line-length to set the maximum line length, and --check to check if files are formatted without making changes.

Is Black compatible with other formatters?

Yes, Black is designed to work well with other tools like flake8 and mypy, but it’s best to use it as the primary formatter to avoid conflicts.