XML configuration files, SOAP responses, and SVG graphics can stretch thousands of lines deep. Without proper formatting, finding a specific element means manually counting angle brackets. Automated XML formatting makes even the most complex documents navigable.
What Is XML Formatter?
XML formatting adds consistent indentation to nested elements, handles attribute alignment, and preserves CDATA sections and comments. Our XML Formatter beautifies any well-formed XML document.
How to Use XML Formatter on DevToolHub
- Open the XML Formatter tool on DevToolHub — no signup required.
- Paste or enter your input data in the left panel.
- See the result instantly in the output panel.
- Copy the result or download it as a file.
Formatting an SVG File
SVGs are XML — formatting reveals their structure:
<!-- Before -->
<svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 100 100"><circle cx="50" cy="50" r="40" fill="#6C5CE7"/><text x="50" y="55" text-anchor="middle" fill="white" font-size="14">Hi</text></svg>
<!-- After -->
<svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"
viewBox="0 0 100 100">
<circle cx="50" cy="50" r="40"
fill="#6C5CE7"/>
<text x="50" y="55"
text-anchor="middle"
fill="white"
font-size="14">Hi</text>
</svg>Pro Tips
- One attribute per line for elements with 3+ attributes — improves readability and diff output
- Preserve CDATA sections as-is — formatting their content can break embedded scripts
- Use self-closing tags for empty elements:
not - Validate XML before formatting — a missing closing tag produces misleading indentation
When You Need This
- Formatting SOAP/XML API responses for debugging
- Editing SVG files manually after export from design tools
- Reading Maven pom.xml and Ant build.xml configuration files
- Reviewing XML sitemaps and RSS feeds
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