Data Formats utility
XML Formatter
Format XML with readable indentation and validate its structure.
● This tool runs entirely in your browser. Your input is never uploaded to our servers.
Output
Your result will appear here…
How to use XML Formatter
- Paste XML or load the example.
- Select Format to validate and indent the document.
- Copy the formatted result.
Example
Input:
<catalog><item id="1"><name>Notebook</name></item></catalog>
Output:
<catalog>
<item id="1">
<name>Notebook</name>
</item>
</catalog>Use cases
- Read a compact XML response.
- Format an XML configuration file.
- Inspect nested elements and attributes.
About this tool
Format XML with readable indentation and validate its structure. Processing happens locally in your browser, so your input is not sent to a server or included in analytics.
Frequently asked questions
Does formatting validate XML?
Yes. Malformed XML is rejected before formatting.
Are XML namespaces supported?
Yes. Namespace declarations and qualified element names are preserved.
Is XML uploaded?
No. The browser parses and formats it locally.