XML Formatter
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About XML Formatter
The XML Formatter arranges tags and attributes for human review, or compresses documents for transport. It suits RSS feeds, SOAP envelopes, SAML responses, Android layouts, SVG snippets, sitemap files, and enterprise configs that are hard to read when minified.
How to Use XML Formatter
Paste a full XML document or fragment into the input area. Format to indent nested elements, attributes, namespaces, and closing tags so the hierarchy is easier to scan. Minify to remove unnecessary whitespace before sending payloads over the network or saving compact config. Copy output into validators, test suites, documentation, CMS fields, or API debugging tools.
When to Use XML Formatter
Integrations: Debug SOAP, SAML, XML-RPC, or legacy enterprise API payloads. Publishing: Inspect RSS, Atom, and sitemap XML files before deployment. Mobile & design: Review SVG snippets or Android layout XML exported from design tools. Compliance: Prepare readable XML attachments for audit trails and support tickets.
Why Use This XML Formatter?
XML errors are often namespace, nesting, or missing-close-tag issues that are hard to spot in one-line payloads. Pretty-printing surfaces structure quickly, while browser-based formatting avoids installing Java-based GUI utilities for occasional edits.
How to use
1. Paste a full XML document or fragment into the input area.
2. Format to indent nested elements, attributes, namespaces, and closing tags so the hierarchy is easier to scan.
3. Minify to remove unnecessary whitespace before sending payloads over the network or saving compact config.
4. Copy output into validators, test suites, documentation, CMS fields, or API debugging tools.
Frequently asked questions
Can XML Formatter fix invalid XML?
It can make structure easier to inspect, but it does not invent missing tags or repair broken namespaces automatically. Format first, then validate important files with your XML validator.
Does XML Formatter preserve my tags and attributes?
Formatting changes whitespace and indentation around the same XML content. Review output before deploying if whitespace inside text nodes is significant for your system.
Can I format sitemap or RSS XML?
Yes. Paste sitemap, RSS, Atom, SOAP, SVG, or Android XML to make nested elements readable before debugging or publishing.