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Quick start: XML Formatter in 3 steps

  1. Paste a response, token, or config snippet into XML Formatter
  2. Check the structure, fields, or validation feedback on this page
  3. Copy the corrected part or open a related Diff or encoding tool

About XML Formatter

Indent and line-break XML to inspect elements, attributes, and nesting, or compact formatted XML again. It is useful for SOAP responses, configuration files, and XML messages exchanged between systems.

Formatting checks basic XML structure, not an XSD, business fields, or signatures. Follow the system's security and data-handling requirements for external entities or sensitive messages.

How XML Formatter works

XML often reaches logs, responses, and configuration files as a compact line. Expanding the hierarchy makes it easier to discuss node ownership, attribute values, and missing closing tags.

Use this page for a quick read or example preparation. Production integrations should still use the application's XML parser, schema validation, and test process.

Why use XML Formatter on WoDeTool

WoDeTool keeps XML Formatter, related utilities, clipboard detection, and pipelines together, so you can work through JSON, JWT, and Diff in one workspace.

Use Smart Clipboard on the home page to auto-detect pasted JSON, Base64, or JWT and jump to XML Formatter. Save a tool pipeline to chain XML Formatter with related utilities. Read our guides for real-world workflows.

Common use cases

  • Read a SOAP response: Expand <soap:Body><GetUserResponse>... to find the returned userId node.
  • Check configuration nesting: Format a web.config snippet and confirm <add key="CacheTtl" value="60" /> is in the right section.
  • Inspect a reconciliation message: Read the parent of <Amount currency="CNY">128.50</Amount> alongside its date field.

Frequently asked questions

Is XML Formatter free to use?
Yes. XML Formatter on WoDeTool is completely free with no sign-up required. Open the page and start using it immediately.
Can I use XML Formatter for read a soap response?
Expand <soap:Body><GetUserResponse>... to find the returned userId node.
Can I use XML Formatter for check configuration nesting?
Format a web.config snippet and confirm <add key="CacheTtl" value="60" /> is in the right section.

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