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Convert CSV to XML

Convert CSV rows into simple XML records.

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Use this CSV to XML converter to turn CSV rows into XML markup. It is useful for exports, integrations, tests, and moving spreadsheet-like data into XML-based systems or feeds.

About this tool

Use this CSV to XML converter to turn CSV rows into XML markup. It is useful for exports, integrations, tests, and moving spreadsheet-like data into XML-based systems or feeds.

Use convert csv to xml when you need a fast browser-based result without extra setup. It works well for quick checks, one-off tasks, and routine formatting or calculation work.

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Why use this tool

How to use

  1. Paste CSV with a header row into the input box
  2. Click Run Tool to convert it
  3. Review the generated XML rows
  4. Check that the header names are suitable as XML tags
  5. Copy the XML into your integration or export workflow

Examples

Example

Input

name,role
John,admin
Anna,editor

Output

<rows><row><name>John</name><role>admin</role></row><row><name>Anna</name><role>editor</role></row></rows>

Turns CSV rows into repeated XML row elements.

Example

Input

name,price
Pen,2
Book,10

Output

<rows><row><name>Pen</name><price>2</price></row><row><name>Book</name><price>10</price></row></rows>

Useful for simple exports and XML testing.

Common errors

The CSV has broken quoting or separators

Fix: Make sure the CSV is valid and the header row is clean.

Header names contain invalid XML tag characters

Fix: Use simple header names with letters, numbers, hyphens, or underscores.

The input has no header row

Fix: Use a header row because the converter uses headers as XML tag names.

FAQ

What does CSV to XML do?

It converts CSV rows into repeated XML records using the header row as tag names.

Does it require a header row?

Yes. The header row is used to generate the XML field tags.

What kind of CSV works best?

Simple CSV with a clear header row and consistent columns works best.

What is the difference between CSV to XML and CSV to TSV?

CSV to XML changes the structure into markup, while CSV to TSV only changes the delimiter.

Can I use the result in XML-based imports?

Yes, especially for simple record-based imports and tests.

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