XML Formatter
Prettify and format XML code.
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How to Use the XML Formatter
Paste your raw, minified, or unformatted XML string directly into the input text area.
Select your desired action (Format or Minify) and adjust indentation preferences (2 spaces, 4 spaces, or tabs).
Click "Process XML". The tool will validate your code and instantly display the formatted or minified result.
Features & Benefits
100% Privacy Preserved
All XML parsing and formatting operations occur entirely within your browser. Your sensitive data payloads are never sent to remote servers.
Instant Validation
Before formatting, the engine rigorously validates your XML structure using the native DOMParser. If there is a syntax error, it immediately highlights the issue.
Minification Mode
Quickly compress large XML files by removing unnecessary whitespace, line breaks, and comments, optimizing them for production environments or API transmission.
Customizable Indentation
Tailor the output to match your team's coding standards. Choose between standard 2-space indents, 4-space indents, or traditional tab characters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my XML data uploaded anywhere?
No. We utilize JavaScript's native DOMParser to process your payload securely on your local device.
Why does my formatting fail?
If the output box turns red and displays an error, your input contains invalid XML syntax. Common culprits include unclosed tags, mismatched tags, or invalid characters.
Can I format huge XML files?
Yes, but because the tool renders the text directly into the browser DOM, extremely large payloads (multi-megabyte files) may cause the browser to temporarily lag while processing.
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