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XML Formatter

Format, beautify, minify, and validate XML with proper indentation. All processing happens in your browser - your data never leaves your device.

About XML Formatter

This free online tool helps you format, beautify, minify, and validate XML documents. Whether you're working with configuration files, data feeds, or API responses, this formatter will help you structure your XML with proper indentation and validate its syntax.

Features

  • Format & Beautify: Add proper indentation with customizable spacing (2 or 4 spaces)
  • Minify: Remove all unnecessary whitespace to reduce file size
  • Validate Syntax: Instantly validate XML syntax and get clear error messages
  • Preserve Special Elements: Properly handles XML declarations, attributes, text nodes, comments, and CDATA sections
  • Sample XML: Load a sample document to see how the formatter works
  • One-Click Copy: Copy formatted results to clipboard instantly

What is XML?

XML (Extensible Markup Language) is a markup language designed to store and transport data in a format that is both human-readable and machine-readable. It's widely used for configuration files, data exchange between systems, web services, and document storage.

Common Use Cases

  • Configuration Files: Format application config files, build files (pom.xml, .csproj), and settings
  • API Responses: Beautify XML from SOAP web services and REST APIs
  • Data Files: Format RSS feeds, sitemaps, and data exports
  • Development: Debug XML issues by formatting minified or poorly structured XML

How to Use

  1. Paste your XML into the input box on the left
  2. Choose your mode (Format or Minify) and indentation size if formatting
  3. The result will appear instantly on the right
  4. Click the copy button to copy the result to your clipboard
  5. Any syntax errors will be displayed clearly below the output

Privacy & Security

Your XML documents are processed entirely in your browser using JavaScript. No data is sent to any server, making this tool completely safe for sensitive configuration files, API keys, and confidential data.