Beautify XML Code
Format and beautify ugly or minified XML code with proper indentation. A free developer tool running completely client-side.
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Your files and text are processed locally in your browser and are not uploaded.
About XML Formatter
An XML Formatter takes raw, unformatted XML strings and applies proper indentation and line breaks based on the nested tag structure, vastly improving human readability for debugging and code review.
Definition: XML Beautification
The process of reformatting Extensible Markup Language (XML) code by inserting whitespace (spaces or tabs) and line breaks to visually represent the hierarchical structure of the document.
Inputs and Outputs
Required Inputs
- Raw XML InputA valid XML string, either minified or poorly formatted.
Expected Outputs
- Formatted XMLThe beautified XML code with consistent indentation.
Who Uses the XML Formatter?
API Debugging
Format raw XML responses from legacy SOAP APIs or payment gateways to identify errors easily.
Configuration Review
Beautify large XML configuration files (like pom.xml or web.xml) before committing them to version control.
How to Use the XML Formatter
- 1Paste your raw XML code into the input area.
- 2Click the 'Format XML' button.
- 3Review the beautifully indented XML output.
- 4Copy the formatted code to your clipboard or download it as an .xml file.
Quick Facts
Privacy & Security Guarantee
Your XML data is processed client-side. We do not store or track your code.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my XML data sent to a server?
No. The formatting algorithm runs locally in your browser via JavaScript. Your data remains completely private.
Does it validate the XML?
Yes, the tool uses the browser's native DOMParser to check for severe syntax errors before attempting to format.