Question 1

How do I convert Fixed-Width to XML?

Accepted Answer

Paste your Fixed-Width data into the input area above, or upload a file. Select Fixed-Width as the input format and XML as the output format, then click Convert. Your converted XML output will appear instantly. You can customize the output using format-specific options like delimiters, pretty-printing, and more.

Question 2

What options are available for Fixed-Width to XML conversion?

Accepted Answer

Available options include: custom root and row element names, XML declaration, CDATA sections, and pretty-printing. All options can be set in the Options panel above the converter or via the API options object.

Question 3

Can I process large Fixed-Width files safely?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Free accounts support files up to 10 MB. Paid plans support files up to 250 MB with async processing and webhook notifications when the job completes. Your data is processed securely and not stored after conversion.

Question 4

Can I automate Fixed-Width to XML with API access?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. The Converter Platform REST API lets you automate conversions with API keys, batch jobs, and idempotent requests. See the API documentation for curl examples and endpoint details. API access is available on the API plan and above.

Option	Description	Values
`xml_root`	Root element name	string (default: rows)
`xml_row`	Row element name	string (default: row)
`xml_declaration`	Include <?xml?> declaration	true / false
`xml_cdata`	Wrap special characters in CDATA	true / false
`pretty`	Pretty-print with indentation	true / false

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