Lorem ipsum is scrambled Latin-like text that designers use to fill a layout before the real copy is ready. Because it looks like ordinary text but cannot be read, people judge the typography, spacing and hierarchy instead of the words.
Choose how many paragraphs, sentences or words you need, decide whether it should open with the classic “Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet…”, and optionally wrap paragraphs in HTML <p> tags to paste straight into a template. Every click gives a new random variation.
How to use the Lorem Ipsum Generator tool
- Enter a number in How many.
- Choose Paragraphs, Sentences or Words.
- Tick or untick the classic opening and the HTML option.
- Click Generate for a new variation, then Copy.
Why use ToolOrca Lorem Ipsum Generator
- Paragraphs, sentences or exact word counts
- Classic “Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet” opening
- Optional HTML <p> tags
- Natural sentence and paragraph lengths
- Word and character count of the result
- Unlimited and free
Where lorem ipsum comes from
The text is based on a passage from De finibus bonorum et malorum, written by Cicero in 45 BC, with words cut short and rearranged so that it no longer makes sense. Printers have used versions of it as filler since at least the 1500s, and desktop publishing software made it the standard placeholder for web and print design.
Use placeholder text for wireframes and early mock-ups, but switch to real or realistic copy before user testing: real headlines are often longer than expected and can break a design that looked fine with lorem ipsum.
Frequently asked questions
What does lorem ipsum mean?
It does not mean anything. It comes from Cicero’s Latin “dolorem ipsum” (“pain itself”), but the words have been altered and shuffled so the text cannot be read.
How many words are in a paragraph of lorem ipsum?
Paragraphs from this generator contain 4–7 sentences of 6–15 words, so usually between 40 and 90 words. Choose Words if you need an exact number.
Can I get lorem ipsum with HTML tags?
Yes. Tick Wrap in HTML <p> tags and each paragraph is wrapped in <p>…</p>.
Is it free to use lorem ipsum in commercial work?
Yes. Lorem ipsum is based on a text over 2,000 years old and is in the public domain. Use the generated text anywhere.