Truncate XML

Loop over an XML document and truncate long element names, attribute values and text to a chosen length. Keep structure intact while shortening content.

Input

Live

Maximum length

Suffix

Truncate

Keep first level intact

Output

About Truncate XML

Truncate XML walks every node of a document and shortens element names, attribute values and text content that exceed a maximum length, appending a configurable suffix. The XML structure and quoting stay valid.

Features

Truncate element names, attribute values and/or text

Configurable max length and suffix

Preserves XML validity and structure

CDATA and comment content supported

Live preview of the shortened document

How to Use

Paste the XML you want to shorten.

Set the maximum length and choose what to truncate.

Optionally set a custom suffix like "…".

Copy or download the result.

Examples

With max length 6, the sample text "Wireless Mouse" becomes "Wireles…".

Benefits

Build small previews for UIs and reports

Stick to schema or column length limits

Reduce payload size for logs and feeds

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my XML sent to a server?

No. Everything runs locally in your browser. Your data is never uploaded, stored or logged.

Can I download the result?

Yes — use the Download button below the output area, or Print / Save PDF for a printable copy.

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