XML Formatter

Online XML Formatter & Validator

The RootUtils XML Formatter is a powerful tool designed to beautify, minify, and debug XML (Extensible Markup Language) code. It runs entirely in your browser, ensuring your data remains private and secure.

What is XML?

XML stands for Extensible Markup Language. Unlike HTML, which is designed to display data, XML is designed to store and transport data. It is widely used in API responses (SOAP), configuration files (Android Manifests, Maven), and sitemaps.

Why format XML?

Raw XML data is often returned as a single long string to save space (minified). This makes it nearly impossible for humans to read or debug. Our tool:

• Beautifies: Adds proper indentation and newlines to make the structure clear.
• Validates: Checks for syntax errors (like unclosed tags) before formatting.
• Minifies: Removes all unnecessary whitespace for production use.

Common XML Errors

• Missing End Tag: Every opening tag (e.g., <note>) must have a closing tag (</note>).
• Case Sensitivity: XML tags are case-sensitive. <Note> is different from <note>.
• Root Element: All XML documents must contain a single root element that wraps all other elements.