XML Formatter/Validator
Format, validate, and beautify XML documents. Syntax highlighting and error detection included.
About This Tool
Our XML Formatter and Validator helps you format, validate, and beautify XML documents. Whether you're working with configuration files, API responses, or data exchange formats, this tool makes XML more readable and helps you catch syntax errors. Features include proper indentation, syntax highlighting, and detailed error messages.
When and Why to Use XML Formatter/Validator
XML Formatter/Validator is designed to solve common day‑to‑day problems developers face while working on real projects. Instead of building your own one‑off scripts or relying on heavyweight desktop tools, you can open this page in your browser and get an instant, focused workflow that does one job extremely well. This is especially useful when you are switching between tasks and need a reliable utility you can quickly come back to.
A good rule of thumb is to reach for XML Formatter/Validator whenever you catch yourself repeating the same manual task more than a couple of times a week. Automating these repetitive steps not only saves time but also reduces the risk of human error, which can otherwise lead to subtle bugs or inconsistencies in your application or documentation.
For best results, integrate this tool into your regular development workflow: keep it open in a browser tab alongside your code editor, use it to validate or transform data before committing changes, and share it with teammates who might benefit from a standardized way of handling the same task.
Usage Examples
- •Format XML documents for readability
- •Validate XML syntax and structure
- •Beautify minified XML files
- •Debug XML parsing errors
- •Prepare XML for documentation
Common Use Cases
API Development - Format XML responses
Configuration - Format XML config files
Data Exchange - Validate XML data
Debugging - Find XML syntax errors
Documentation - Format XML examples
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I validate XML against a schema?
Currently, the tool validates XML syntax. Schema validation may be added in future updates.
Does it support XML namespaces?
Yes, the tool properly handles XML namespaces and preserves them during formatting.