XPath Tester
Evaluate XPath expressions against XML documents. Free browser-based XPath — no signup, runs locally.
Introduction
XPath Tester is a free, browser-based utility in our Code Tools collection. Evaluate XPath expressions against an XML document and inspect matches. XPath Tester is for drafting and debugging selectors against a sample XML file. Handy when writing scrapers, assertions, or transform rules without opening a full IDE plugin. Everything runs locally in your browser — inputs stay on your device, with no account or upload required. Highlights include evaluate xpath on sample xml.
Features
- Evaluate XPath on sample XML
- See matched nodes quickly
- Iterate until the path is right
How to use
- 1Paste sample XML.
- 2Enter an XPath expression.
- 3Review matches and refine the path.
Example
Select nodes
Input//book/titleOutput
Matched title nodes
Benefits
- Run XPath entirely in the browser with no signup or installation.
- Keep sensitive sample data private — processing never leaves your device.
- Evaluate XPath on sample XML
- See matched nodes quickly
- Iterate until the path is right
- Pair it with XML Format and XML Viewer when your workflow needs adjacent utilities.
FAQs
Common browser-supported XPath features for everyday selection tasks.
Namespaced documents may need careful path writing; keep samples realistic.
No.
Yes. XPath on EverydayDevTools is free, with no account, watermarks, or usage caps for normal interactive use.
No. XPath runs in your browser. Your input is processed locally and is not sent to EverydayDevTools servers.
Evaluate XPath expressions against an XML document and inspect matches. It fits everyday code tools tasks when you want a fast local utility instead of installing a CLI or opening a heavy IDE feature.
Core capabilities include: Evaluate XPath on sample XML; See matched nodes quickly; Iterate until the path is right.
Developers often pair XPath with XML Format, XML Viewer. Open Related tools on this page for quick links.