XML to YAML
Convert XML to YAML format instantly. Paste XML and get clean, formatted YAML output with support for attributes, nested elements, and arrays.
What is XML to YAML conversion?
XML to YAML conversion transforms data from XML's verbose tag-based syntax into YAML's clean, indentation-based format. YAML is more human-readable and widely used in configuration files for tools like Docker, Kubernetes, and Ansible.
How does the XML to YAML converter work?
The converter parses your XML input and maps element tags to YAML keys, text content to values, nested elements to nested YAML objects, and repeated elements to YAML arrays. Attributes are preserved with an @ prefix.
How are XML attributes handled in YAML output?
XML attributes are converted to YAML keys prefixed with @. For example, <item id="1"> becomes item: { @id: "1" } in YAML format.
What XML features are supported?
The converter supports elements, attributes, text content, CDATA sections, nested elements, repeated elements (converted to arrays), processing instructions, and namespace declarations.
How are repeated XML elements converted?
Repeated XML elements with the same tag name are automatically detected and converted to YAML arrays. For example, multiple <item> tags become a YAML list under the parent key.
Is the conversion done on the server or in the browser?
All conversion happens entirely in your browser. Your XML data is never sent to any server, ensuring complete privacy and security of your data.
Can I convert large XML files?
Yes, the converter handles large XML files efficiently. Since processing happens in your browser, there are no file size limits imposed by server constraints.
What is the difference between XML and YAML?
XML uses tags and attributes with a verbose syntax, while YAML uses indentation and simple key-value pairs. YAML is generally more concise and easier for humans to read and edit, making it popular for configuration files.
Why convert XML to YAML?
YAML is more readable, concise, and is the preferred format for many modern tools including Docker Compose, Kubernetes, Ansible, GitHub Actions, and CI/CD pipelines. Converting XML to YAML simplifies configuration management.
Does the converter preserve comments?
XML comments are not preserved in the YAML output since YAML has a different comment syntax. However, all data content and structure are faithfully preserved.
Is this tool free to use?
Yes, this XML to YAML converter is completely free. There are no usage limits, no registration required, and no data is collected.
How do I handle XML namespaces?
XML namespace declarations are preserved in the YAML output. Namespace prefixes appear in the YAML keys, maintaining the original XML structure.