Format and Beautify XML Code

Transform minified or messy XML into clean, readable format with proper indentation. Perfect for debugging API responses, configuration files, and data exchange formats. Also minify XML to reduce file size for transmission.

Essential for developers working with SOAP APIs, configuration files, RSS feeds, and any XML-based data formats. All processing happens client-side for complete privacy.

How to Use

Paste your XML code in the textarea
Click "Format XML" to beautify with proper indentation
Or click "Minify XML" to compress for production
Click "Copy" to copy the formatted/minified XML
Use in your API responses, config files, or documentation

What is XML?

XML (eXtensible Markup Language) is a markup language for storing and transporting data. It's human-readable, machine-parsable, and widely used in web services, configuration files, and data exchange between systems.

Common XML Use Cases

SOAP APIs: Web service requests and responses
Configuration Files: Application settings (web.config, pom.xml)
RSS Feeds: Content syndication and news feeds
SVG Graphics: Scalable vector graphics format
Data Exchange: B2B data transfer and EDI systems

Features

Format minified XML with proper indentation and line breaks
Minify XML to reduce file size for transmission
Validate XML structure and syntax
100% client-side processing - data never leaves your browser
No file size limits or usage restrictions
Instant results with one-click copy

XML Formatting Examples

Before Formatting (Minified)

<root><user><name>John</name><age>30</age></user></root>

After Formatting (Beautified)

<root>
  <user>
    <name>John</name>
    <age>30</age>
  </user>
</root>

XML Formatter