Question 1

How do I format XML online?

Accepted Answer

Paste your XML into the editor and click Format. The tool indents elements properly, adds line breaks, and makes your XML human-readable. You can also minify to remove whitespace.

Question 2

What is the difference between XML formatting and minification?

Accepted Answer

Formatting adds indentation and line breaks for readability. Minification removes all unnecessary whitespace to reduce file size, which is useful for production configurations and data transfer.

Question 3

Does the formatter validate XML?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If your XML has syntax errors like unclosed tags or invalid nesting, the tool will detect them and display a clear error message.

XML Formatter & Minifier