XML Validator & Formatter
Paste your XML below and preview formated XML.
About the XML Formatter
Our XML Formatter & Validator helps developers clean and validate XML data instantly. It automatically fixes indentation, adds proper line breaks, and ensures your XML follows standard syntax. Whether you are working with configuration files, API responses, or large XML datasets, this tool makes your XML readable and well-structured.
When Should You Use an XML Formatter?
- Debugging: Quickly identify malformed XML or missing tags.
- APIs: Format SOAP or REST responses for better readability.
- Configuration Files: Beautify app/web.config or other XML configs.
- Learning: Beginners can understand XML structure more easily.
Examples
Unformatted XML
<root><user><id>1</id><name>John</name></user></root>
Formatted XML
<root>
<user>
<id>1</id>
<name>John</name>
</user>
</root>
How to Use the XML Formatter
- Paste your raw or unformatted XML into the input box above.
- Click the Format XML button.
- View the cleaned and indented XML in the output box.
- Copy or download the formatted XML for your project.
Why Use Our XML Formatter Online?
Our free XML Formatter Online (also called XML Beautifier or XML Indenter) is designed for developers who need quick and reliable XML validation. Unlike complex IDE plugins, this XML Formatting Tool works directly in your browser—fast, secure, and no installation required.