JSONToTable

XML Beautifier & Formatter

Format, beautify, and minify your XML documents

XML Input

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Beautified Output

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Paste XML in the input area to get started

How to Beautify XML - Step by Step Guide

Step 1

Input Your XML Data

Start by entering your compressed or unformatted XML data into the beautifier.

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Paste XML data: Copy compressed XML from applications or web services
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Upload XML files: Select .xml files from your computer for beautification
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Use sample data: Click "Sample" to load example XML for testing

Example: Compressed XML (Before Beautification)

Here's how messy, unformatted XML typically looks:

<configuration><database><host>localhost</host><port>5432</port><name>myapp_db</name></database><server><port>8080</port></server></configuration>
Step 2

Choose Formatting Options

Customize how your XML will be formatted with various beautification options.

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Indentation size: Choose between 2, 4, or 8 spaces for indentation
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Beautify or minify: Format for readability or compress for performance
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Syntax highlighting: Color-coded elements for better readability

Example: Beautifully Formatted XML

Here's how the same XML looks after beautification:

<configuration>
  <database>
    <host>localhost</host>
    <port>5432</port>
    <name>myapp_db</name>
  </database>
  <server>
    <port>8080</port>
  </server>
</configuration>
Step 3

Copy or Download Your Formatted XML

Once your XML is beautifully formatted, you can copy it to your clipboard or download it as a file.

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Copy to clipboard: Instantly copy formatted XML for use in your projects
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Download as file: Save formatted XML as .xml file to your computer
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Share results: Generate shareable links for team collaboration

Frequently Asked Questions

What does XML beautification do?

XML beautification formats messy or minified XML by adding proper indentation, line breaks, and spacing. It makes XML code more readable and easier to debug while preserving the original data structure.

Can this tool handle large XML files?

Yes! The tool efficiently processes large XML files by handling them in chunks. It maintains performance while providing real-time formatting and validation feedback.

Does beautifying XML change the data?

No, beautification only changes formatting (whitespace, indentation, line breaks) without altering the actual XML data, attributes, or structure. Your content remains exactly the same.

What XML formats are supported?

This tool supports all standard XML formats including XML 1.0 and 1.1, with or without namespaces, CDATA sections, processing instructions, and DOCTYPE declarations.

Is this XML beautifier completely free?

Yes, completely free with no file size limits, no registration required, and unlimited usage. All formatting and validation features are available at no cost.