Visual XML to Text Converter & Extractor

Transform complex XML data into clean, human-readable plain text with our interactive converter. This tool goes beyond simple formatting by generating a visual, collapsible tree of your XML schema, including attributes. You can selectively choose which data fields to extract, and the tool intelligently formats the output, automatically creating beautiful text-based tables from repeating elements.

How It Works

Our converter provides a powerful, visual interface for parsing and extracting data from any XML structure. The process is seamless and updates in real-time.

  1. Provide Your XML: Paste your XML data into the input panel. The tool instantly validates it and generates an interactive schema tree.
  2. Select Your Data: Use the checkboxes in the schema tree to select the specific fields or entire objects/arrays you want to extract.
  3. Get Formatted Output: The tool automatically generates a clean, plain-text representation in the output panel, smartly creating tables for repeating elements.

Key Features

  • Interactive Schema Tree:
    • Automatic Generation: Instantly visualizes the structure of any valid XML, no matter how nested.
    • Attribute & Element Support: Clearly distinguishes between elements and attributes (e.g., `` shows `user` and `@id`).
    • List Detection: Automatically identifies repeating sibling elements and labels them as a `List` in the tree.
    • Collapsible Nodes: Easily navigate complex data by expanding and collapsing parent nodes.
  • Intelligent Data Extraction & Formatting:
    • Selective Field Export: Use the checkboxes to choose exactly which data points you need. Checking a parent node selects all its children.
    • Automatic Text Table Generation: The standout feature. When you select fields within a list of repeating elements, the tool automatically formats them into a perfectly aligned, plain-text table.
    • Smart Grouping: The tool correctly groups related fields. If you select `users.user.@id` and `users.user.name`, it understands they belong to the same list and creates a single table.
    • Key-Value Formatting: For individual, non-repeating fields, it produces a clean `Key: Value` list.
  • Robust XML Parsing & Error Handling:
    • Built-in Validator: Provides clear, descriptive error messages for invalid XML syntax.
    • Smart Error Highlighting: When a parsing error is found, the tool automatically highlights the specific line in the input editor, making it incredibly easy to find and fix issues.
  • User-Friendly Interface:
    • Real-Time Updates: The schema tree and text output update live as you type, with a smart debounce delay to ensure performance.
    • Convenient Controls: Includes one-click buttons to Copy the output, Clear the input, or Paste sample data to see the tool in action.

How to Use the Tool

  1. Step 1: Input Your XML Data
    Paste your XML into the input box on the left, or click "Paste Sample" to get started.
  2. Step 2: Explore the Schema Tree
    Use the interactive tree on the right to navigate your data's structure. Expand and collapse nodes to find the data you need.
  3. Step 3: Select Fields for Extraction
    Click the checkboxes next to the data fields you wish to include in your output. The parent checkboxes will update to reflect partial or full selections.
  4. Step 4: Copy Your Formatted Text
    The clean, formatted text—complete with tables for any repeating elements—will appear in the output box. Use the "Copy" button to save it to your clipboard.

Find Our Tool

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