XML Formatter / Beautifier

An XML Formatter is a digital tool that takes an XML document and reformats it to improve its readability and maintainability.

1. XML Input: You input the XML document, which can be poorly formatted or minified.
2. Syntax Analysis: The tool analyzes the XML syntax to identify elements, attributes, and their hierarchy.
3. Indentation: The tool adds indentation to the XML elements, typically using spaces or tabs, to visually structure the document.
4. Whitespace and Formatting: The tool adds appropriate whitespace (spaces and newlines) to separate elements and improve readability.
5. Result Display: The tool displays the formatted XML document, making it easier to understand and edit.

Example:

Consider the following unformatted XML code:

<root><child>Data</child></root>

				    

Using an Online XML Formatter Tool, the code can be formatted as follows:

<root>
  <child>Data</child>
</root>

				    

In this formatted representation, the XML code is properly indented and structured, enhancing readability and maintainability.

• Improved Readability: Formatted XML is much easier to read and understand, especially for complex XML documents.
• Debugging: Formatted XML helps identify errors and inconsistencies more easily.
• XML Validation: Some formatters can also validate XML against a schema to ensure correctness.
• Data Analysis: Analyzing large XML datasets is more efficient with formatted XML.