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How to Parse XML - Step by Step Guide

Step 1

Input Your XML Document

Let's get your XML document into the parser! You have several convenient options:

Paste directly: Copy your SOAP response, config file, or XML data and paste it into the input editor
Upload a file: Click "Upload" to select a .xml, .txt, or other XML file from your computer
Try sample XML: Click "Sample" to load example XML and see the parser in action 🔍

Example: Complex XML Document

Here's a typical XML document with nested structures and attributes:

<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<catalog xmlns:book="http://example.com/books">
  <book:library name="Central Library" location="Downtown">
    <book:collection category="fiction">
      <book:item id="B001" available="true">
        <book:title>The Great Gatsby</book:title>
        <book:author country="USA">F. Scott Fitzgerald</book:author>
        <book:details>
          <book:pages>180</book:pages>
          <book:price currency="USD">12.99</book:price>
          <book:publisher>Scribner</book:publisher>
        </book:details>
      </book:item>
    </book:collection>
  </book:library>
</catalog>
Step 2

Configure Parser Options

Customize how the parser processes your XML with these powerful options:

Include Attributes: Choose whether to include XML attributes in the parsed output
Namespace Handling: Automatic processing of XML namespaces and prefixes
Error Detection: Real-time validation with detailed error reporting and suggestions
Step 3

Explore the Parsed Results

The parser processes your XML and displays the results in multiple formats:

Table View: Structured table format with nested tables for complex XML hierarchies
Interactive Navigation: Click on elements to explore nested structures in detail
Data Export: Copy results or share parsed XML data with team members

Example: Parsed XML Output

The XML above gets parsed into a structured table format:

KeyValue
catalog
KeyValue
xmlns:bookhttp://example.com/books
book:library
KeyValue
nameCentral Library
locationDowntown
book:collection
KeyValue
categoryfiction
book:item
KeyValue
idB001
availabletrue
book:titleThe Great Gatsby
book:authorF. Scott Fitzgerald
book:details
Nested: pages(180), price($12.99), publisher(Scribner)

Frequently Asked Questions

What does XML parsing do and why is it important?

XML parsing converts XML markup into a structured, readable table format that makes complex hierarchical data easy to understand. This is essential for analyzing configuration files, API responses, database exports, and web service data without getting lost in nested tags.

Can this XML parser handle large and complex XML files?

Yes! This tool efficiently processes large XML files with deep nesting, multiple namespaces, and complex attribute structures. It handles everything from simple configuration files to enterprise-level XML schemas and SOAP responses with thousands of elements.

How does the parser display XML attributes and nested elements?

XML attributes are shown alongside element values in the table, while nested elements create expandable sub-tables within cells. This preserves the complete XML structure while making it visually accessible - you can see parent-child relationships at a glance.

What XML formats and standards are supported?

This parser supports all standard XML formats including XML 1.0/1.1, XHTML, RSS feeds, SOAP messages, configuration files, Android layouts, Maven POM files, and custom XML schemas. It handles namespaces, CDATA sections, and processing instructions correctly.

Is this XML parser free and secure to use?

Completely free with no registration required and unlimited usage. All XML processing happens entirely in your browser - your files never leave your computer, ensuring complete privacy and security for sensitive configuration files and data exports.