Free Online XML Formatter

Enter XML Code:

Formatted XML:

Formatting Options:

Indent XML Add line breaks Indent with: Spaces Tabs Spaces per indent:

What is an XML Formatter?

An XML formatter is a tool that takes unformatted or minified XML code and reformats it with proper indentation, line breaks, and spacing to make it more readable. Our free online XML formatter tool helps developers, programmers, and data analysts quickly format their XML documents for better readability and debugging.

Why Use Our XML Formatter?

• Instant formatting: Get beautifully formatted XML in seconds
• Customizable options: Choose between spaces or tabs for indentation
• No installation required: Works directly in your browser
• Completely free: No hidden charges or limitations
• Privacy focused: Your XML data never leaves your browser

How to Format XML Online

1. Paste your XML code into the input box
2. Adjust formatting options if needed (indentation, line breaks)
3. Click the "Format XML" button
4. Copy or download the formatted XML output

Example XML Formatting

Here's an example of unformatted XML and how our tool improves it:

Before:

<root><person><name>John Doe</name><age>30</age><email>john@example.com</email></person><person><name>Jane Smith</name><age>25</age><email>jane@example.com</email></person></root>

After:

<root>

  <person>

    <name>John Doe</name>

    <age>30</age>

    <email>john@example.com</email>

  </person>

  <person>

    <name>Jane Smith</name>

    <age>25</age>

    <email>jane@example.com</email>

  </person>

</root>

Common Uses for XML Formatting

XML formatting is essential for:

• Debugging XML files
• Preparing XML for documentation
• Improving code readability in version control systems
• Learning XML structure and syntax
• Converting minified XML to human-readable format

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my XML data secure with this tool?

Yes! Our XML formatter runs entirely in your browser. Your XML data never gets sent to any server, ensuring complete privacy and security.

Can I format very large XML files?

The tool can handle reasonably large XML files, but extremely large files might cause performance issues as everything is processed in your browser.

Does this tool validate XML?

While the formatter will try to format any XML-like content, it doesn't perform full XML validation. For validation, you should use a dedicated XML validator.