XML Formatter makes XML easier to read by applying indentation and basic validation feedback. It is useful for feeds, integrations, config files, and legacy APIs.
Yes. The tool is free and runs directly in your browser with no account required.
No. Your XML is formatted locally in the browser tab and is not sent to a server.
It adds consistent indentation and line breaks based on the element nesting structure, turning a single-line or inconsistently formatted XML document into a readable, hierarchical layout.
Yes — if the XML can't be parsed (e.g. unclosed tags or invalid syntax), the tool reports an error so you can locate and fix the issue.
No — formatting only adjusts whitespace and indentation. Element names, attributes, and text content remain unchanged.
Yes — pasting a single-line XML response will produce a properly indented, readable version showing the document's structure.
Yes — namespace prefixes and element attributes are preserved in the formatted output.