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XML Formatter

Format XML markup for easier reading.

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Tool guide

XML Formatter Online

Validate and pretty-print XML markup with readable indentation. The formatter uses browser parsing and shows output as plain code text.

Steps

How it works

  • Paste XML text.
  • Choose indentation.
  • Format the document.
  • Copy or download the formatted XML.
Highlights

Key features

  • Validates XML before formatting.
  • Supports 2-space and 4-space indentation.
  • Formats XML as plain text.
  • Clear errors for invalid markup.
Use cases

Common uses

  • Clean API XML responses.
  • Review configuration files.
  • Prepare XML snippets for documentation.
Notes

Limitations to know

  • Formatting depends on browser XML parsing.
  • Comments and processing instructions may be normalized.
  • Invalid XML must be fixed before formatting.
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

3 answers

Does XML Formatter validate first?

Yes. Invalid XML shows an error instead of formatted output.

Can I choose indentation?

Yes. Use 2 spaces or 4 spaces.

Does it execute XML scripts?

No. XML is parsed and displayed as text only.