XML Formatter / Minifier
About XML Formatter
This tool formats and minifies XML for better readability and sharing. Paste your XML on the left and use Format or Minify. If your XML is embedded in HTML, also try the HTML Formatter; when payloads are URL/Base64 encoded, decode with the URL Encoder/Decoder or Base64 Encoder/Decoder.
Supports feeds, sitemaps, configuration files and API payloads. One‑click Copy helps you quickly reuse the result. For mixed JSON/XML systems, use the JSON Formatter alongside this tool.
Common Use Cases
- Inspect and share XML API responses
- Format configuration files (e.g., Spring, Maven, Android)
- Clean up website sitemaps and RSS/Atom feeds
- Beautify XML logs for troubleshooting
How It Works
- Applies consistent indentation and line breaks to nested elements
- Normalizes whitespace and removes unnecessary spaces
- Warns on invalid XML when parsing fails
- One‑click copy of the formatted or minified output
FAQ
Does it support large XML files?
Yes, typical XML documents work fine in the browser. Extremely large files may be slower; split or process on server if needed.
Will attributes or CDATA be changed?
No. Formatting preserves element order, attributes and CDATA content; only whitespace and indentation are adjusted.
Is my data stored?
No. All operations run locally in your browser and no data is uploaded.
How do I share the result?
Use Copy to copy the output, or save it as a `.xml` file and share. If the document is encoded inside a URL, decode it first via the URL Encoder/Decoder.