XML Formatter
Validate and format XML into readable indentation. Free, private, and local-first.
Use XML Formatter
Validate and pretty-print XML locally.
Paste code and run the tool locally.
Quick answer
XML Formatter is a free online tool that helps you validate and format XML into readable indentation. It runs in your browser, so you can work with development data, text, files, or generated output without creating an account.
About XML Formatter
XML Formatter helps you validate and format XML into readable indentation. It is designed for focused local-first workflows where you need a quick result without creating an account or sending your input to a server.
Common uses include formatting xml payloads copied from api responses, checking xml syntax before sharing examples, making sitemap or feed snippets easier to inspect.
Use the examples, usage notes, FAQ, and related tools below when you need to compare formats, build sample data, validate inputs, or move into the next step of the same workflow.
What this tool does
How to use XML Formatter
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Paste your XML into the input editor.
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Click Format to process it locally.
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Review the formatted XML and any status message.
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Copy the result or use it as the next input for another pass.
Examples
XML input
<root><item id="1">CodeVella</item></root>
Formatted output
<root> <item id="1">CodeVella</item> </root>
Use cases
- Formatting XML payloads copied from API responses
- Checking XML syntax before sharing examples
- Making sitemap or feed snippets easier to inspect
- Preparing XML fixtures for tests
Related workflow
After using XML Formatter, many workflows continue with related tools for validation, conversion, cleanup, mock data, or final export.
Privacy and usage notes
CodeVella tools are designed to run locally in your browser. Your input is not uploaded to a server, and no account is required.
Generated test data is intended for development, QA, demos, and safe internal workflows.
Frequently asked questions
Is my data uploaded?+
No. This tool is designed to run locally in your browser.
Do I need an account?+
No signup is required for CodeVella tools.
What does XML Formatter do?+
XML Formatter helps you format XML and produce formatted XML directly in your browser.
Will this change the meaning of my code?+
The tool is designed to preserve the parsed content while making the result easier to read, validate, or convert.
Can I use this for large files?+
Normal snippets, configs, and copied payloads work well. Very large files depend on your browser memory because processing happens on your device.