XPath Tester

Validate XPath queries and debug XML data instantly. Our free XPath Tester helps developers test expressions and extract nodes in real-time with zero latency.

What is the XPath Tester?

Think of the XPath Tester as a sandbox for your data. When you are working with web scraping, XML configuration files, or data migration, writing the correct path expression to grab a specific piece of data can be tricky. One wrong slash or bracket, and your code breaks. This tool allows you to paste your XML code and type out your queries in a safe, real-time environment. It parses your input and immediately highlights or extracts the data nodes that match your query. It eliminates the frustration of “trial and error” in your actual codebase by letting you verify your logic here first.

How to Use XPath Tester

We designed this interface to be clean and straightforward. Just follow these steps:

1. Enter XML Code: Paste your raw XML data into the large top text box. If you have a file saved locally, simply click the “Upload XML” button to load it instantly.
2. Enter XPath Query: Type the expression you want to test in the middle input field (e.g., //book/author or /root/node).
3. Run the Test: Click the “Test XPath” button.
4. View Results: Your matching nodes or text values will appear immediately in the “XPath Results” box at the bottom.
5. Reset: If you want to start over, click “Clear” to empty all fields.

Example

To understand how the tool works, imagine you have a simple XML file for a bookstore.

Your XML Input:

XML

<bookstore>
  <book category="fiction">
    <title lang="en">Harry Potter</title>
    <author>J.K. Rowling</author>
    <price>29.99</price>
  </book>
  <book category="learning">
    <title lang="en">Learning XML</title>
    <author>Erik T. Ray</author>
    <price>39.95</price>
  </book>
</bookstore>

Your XPath Query: /bookstore/book[price>35]/title

The Result You Will See: <title lang=”en”>Learning XML</title>