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XML Parser

Parse XML strings into Pretty Print Output

Output

Parsed XML will appear here...

What is XML?

Extensible Markup Language (XML) is a markup language that defines a set of rules for encoding documents in a format that is both human-readable and machine-readable. It is widely used for data representation, configuration files, and data exchange over the web (such as RSS feeds and SOAP protocols).

Why use an XML Parser and Formatter?

Raw XML data from APIs or configuration files is often minified to save space, making it extremely difficult to read or debug. This XML Parser takes your compressed or poorly formatted XML string and adds proper indentation, line breaks, and syntax highlighting. This allows you to quickly understand the hierarchical structure of the data and spot any syntax errors.

How to use this tool

Simply paste your XML string into the Input box and click Parse XML. The beautifully formatted and color-coded XML will instantly appear in the Output section, ready to be copied. If there's an error in your XML structure, a clear error message will guide you to fix it.