# Format and Validate XML

> Format, validate, and beautify XML with syntax highlighting and tree view. Safe for secrets.

Live tool: https://lofttools.com/tools/dev-tools/xml-formatter

Category: Dev Tools

## How it works

1. **Paste XML** — Paste your XML content into the input area
2. **Format** — The XML is formatted with proper indentation and syntax highlighting
3. **Copy result** — Copy the formatted XML or toggle to minified output

## FAQ

### Does it validate the XML?

Yes. Invalid XML is detected with clear error messages.

### Can I minify XML?

Yes. Toggle between beautified and minified output.

### Is it safe to paste production data?

Yes. XML parsing and pretty-printing run locally. SOAP envelopes, configuration dumps, and SAML responses are processed in your browser only.

## Privacy

This tool runs entirely in the browser. Files are not uploaded to a server. They never leave the user's device.

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