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🧬 XML Formatter

Prettify and format XML strings for better readability.

ℹ️ About XML Formatter

The XML Formatter is a specialized utility for developers and system integrators who work with XML-based configurations, SOAP APIs, or data exports. XML is often generated by machines in a "minified" or single-line format, making it nearly impossible for humans to read or debug effectively.

This tool takes raw XML and applies intelligent indentation and line breaks, revealing the hierarchical structure of the data. By providing a clear view of parent-child relationships and attributes, it makes it easy to identify missing tags, structural errors, or specific values within large datasets. You can also customize the indentation size to match your project's coding standards.

📖 How to use XML Formatter

  1. 1. Paste your raw, unformatted XML into the 'XML Text' field.
  2. 2. Choose your preferred 'Indent Size' (standard is 4 spaces).
  3. 3. Click 'Run Tool' to beautify the XML.
  4. 4. Copy the formatted result for use in your IDE or documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this tool validate my XML?

Yes. If the XML is malformed (e.g., missing closing tags or invalid attributes), the tool will return an error message identifying the problem.

Does it support XML with namespaces?

Yes, it correctly handles XML namespaces and standard attributes while maintaining proper indentation.

Does it preserve comments?

Yes. Standard XML comments (<code>&lt;!-- --&gt;</code>) are preserved and correctly indented along with the elements.

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