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XPath tester
Paste an XML document and an XPath expression, run the query, and inspect the nodes or values that match your expression.
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Why use this tool?
Test an XPath expression directly against an XML document to verify which nodes or values it selects. It is useful for building a query, understanding why a path returns nothing, or validating XPath before using it in code.
Smart processing
Generate, convert, or validate technical data with purpose-built controls.
Supported formats
Technical formats and syntaxes suited to each generator, converter, or validator.
Save time
Get a clean, ready-to-use result in seconds without installing software or configuring a complex workflow.
Guide
How to use this tool
- 1
Paste your XML document
Enter valid XML containing the elements against which you want to test an expression.
- 2
Enter the XPath expression
Provide the XPath path you want to evaluate against the document.
- 3
Inspect the matches
Run the test and review the returned nodes or values so you can adjust the expression if needed.
Tips and best practices
- Start with a simple expression and add predicates or conditions gradually when you are not getting the expected result.
- XML namespaces can affect XPath matching, so account for them when the document uses namespaces.
Frequently asked questions
What is XPath used for?
XPath selects nodes or values in an XML document using expressions that describe their location or conditions.
Why can an XPath expression return no results?
The path may not match the actual XML structure, or namespaces may change how elements need to be targeted.
Is the XML document uploaded to a server?
No. XPath evaluation runs locally in your browser.
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