XML to Markdown
Convert XML documents into structured Markdown bullets.
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XML is a powerful data format but notoriously hard to read for humans. Converting XML to Markdown makes the data structure visible as clean, indented bullet lists that are easy to scan and understand.
This is especially useful for documenting APIs, config files, and data schemas in READMEs and wikis where Markdown is the standard format.
How the Conversion Works
Elements → Bullets
Each XML element becomes a bold bullet point in a nested list.
Text Content
Leaf elements with text are shown as: **tag**: value
Attributes
XML attributes are rendered inline as code-formatted pairs.
Nesting
The XML tree structure is preserved as indented Markdown lists.
How to Use This Tool
- 1
Paste your XML
Copy XML from a file, API response, or config and paste it into the input area.
- 2
Click "Convert to Markdown"
The converter parses your XML tree and generates indented Markdown bullet lists.
- 3
Copy or download
Use the Copy button to copy to clipboard, or Download to save as a .md file.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this tool free?
Yes, 100% free. All conversion happens in your browser — nothing is sent to any server.
How does it handle attributes?
XML attributes are rendered inline with the element as code-formatted key-value pairs, e.g. `id="1"`.
What about namespaces?
XML namespaces are preserved in element names. The converter handles them like any other element name.
Can it handle large XML files?
Yes, but very large files may be slow since parsing runs in the browser. For best results, keep input under 1MB.
Is my data private?
Absolutely. The conversion runs entirely in your browser using the DOMParser API. No data is sent to any server.