XML Beautifier
Beautify XML with consistent indentation and clean structure. Free browser tool.
Quick Answer
Paste XML to beautify it with consistent indentation and a clean, readable hierarchical structure.
How to Use the XML Beautifier
- Use the input area to provide your data.
- The tool processes it instantly in your browser.
- Copy or download the result.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What indentation does the beautifier use?
- The beautifier uses 2-space indentation for each nesting level, which is the most common convention for XML files and matches the default formatting in most XML editors and IDEs.
What is XML Beautifier?
An XML beautifier transforms compact, machine-generated, or inconsistently formatted XML into a visually clean document with uniform 2-space indentation for each nesting level. Unlike basic text editors that may not understand XML structure, this tool parses the XML element hierarchy and applies formatting rules that reflect the logical structure of the document. This makes deeply nested XML schemas, complex configuration files, and large data exports significantly easier to read, debug, and review. The beautifier is particularly useful for XML generated by ORMs, serialization libraries, and data export tools that produce compact output optimized for machines rather than humans.
How to Use XML Beautifier
- Paste your XML.
- Click Beautify XML.
- View the consistently indented output.
- Copy the beautified result.
Examples
<root><child><name>Alice</name></child><child><name>Bob</name></child></root>
Common Use Cases
- Beautifying auto-generated XML from ORM frameworks
- Making complex XML schemas readable for review
- Cleaning up machine-generated XML data exports
- Preparing XML documentation with consistent formatting
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