XML Formatter

Paste XML to format with proper indentation, or minify to a compact single line.

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XML Formatting Guidance

Readable XML helps with integration debugging and schema review. Consistent indentation makes nested structures easier to inspect.

Format raw payloads before validating against schemas.
Inspect attributes and nested nodes with stable indentation.
Use copy output for cleaner issue reports and team reviews.

Related tools: HTML Encoder, JSON Formatter, Text Diff.

XML Formatter FAQ

Why does formatting fail on some XML input?

Malformed tags, mismatched nodes, or invalid characters can break parsing.

Does formatting change XML semantics?

Formatting should only change whitespace and layout, not element meaning.

Can I use this for API payload debugging?

Yes. It is useful for quickly inspecting XML responses and request bodies.