XML Formatter
Format, beautify, and validate XML with proper indentation
How to Use XML Formatter
Format and validate XML documents with proper indentation. The tool uses the browser's DOMParser for validation, ensuring well-formed XML. Minify XML to reduce file size.
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Paste your XML
Paste raw or minified XML into the input area.
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Choose Beautify or Minify
Beautify adds proper indentation and line breaks. Minify compresses XML.
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Fix validation errors
If the XML has syntax errors, a descriptive error message will appear.
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Copy the result
Click Copy to grab the formatted or minified XML output.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it validate XML?
Yes, the tool uses the browser's built-in DOMParser to validate XML. Invalid XML will show a descriptive error message.
What XML formats are supported?
Standard XML documents, including declarations, attributes, namespaces, CDATA sections, and comments.
Can I minify XML?
Yes, the Minify mode removes comments, whitespace between tags, and compresses the XML for production use.
Is this tool free?
Yes, completely free with no signup required. All processing happens in your browser.