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XML to C# Converter

Paste XML and generate C# classes suitable for XmlSerializer-style models, including attributes, elements, repeated lists, and nested classes.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

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What is XML to C# Converter?

C# applications often deserialize XML into strongly typed classes with System.Xml.Serialization attributes. Writing those classes manually means inspecting the XML tree, deciding which values are attributes or elements, creating child classes, and representing repeated elements as lists.

This converter parses an XML sample and creates a starting set of C# classes. The root element receives an XmlRoot attribute, XML attributes become XmlAttribute properties, child elements become XmlElement properties, repeated child elements become List<T>, and simple text nodes get inferred scalar types when possible.

How to Use XML to C# Converter

1

Paste XML into the input panel.

2

Optionally set a root class name or namespace.

3

Toggle nullable properties and XML attribute support.

4

Copy or download the generated C# code.

5

Review inferred types and adjust names or serialization attributes for your project.

Common Use Cases

  • Creating XmlSerializer models from a vendor XML sample.
  • Bootstrapping C# POCO classes for XML API responses.
  • Documenting an XML feed structure with typed classes.
  • Converting repeated XML elements into List<T> properties.
  • Generating starter code before adding validation or custom converters.

Example Input and Output

Repeated item elements become a List<Item> property and attributes become XmlAttribute properties.

XML input
<order id="A100"><item sku="BK-1"><quantity>2</quantity></item></order>
Generated C#
[XmlRoot("order")]
public class Order
{
    [XmlAttribute("id")]
    public string? Id { get; set; }

    [XmlElement("item")]
    public List<Item>? Item { get; set; }
}

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All XML parsing and class generation happens locally in your browser.

Production review

Generated classes are starter models. Review type inference, optional values, namespaces, collections, and custom XML names before using them in production.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this deserialize XML for me?

No. It generates C# class code. Use XmlSerializer, DataContractSerializer, or your preferred XML library in your own project to deserialize XML.

How are repeated XML elements handled?

If sibling elements share the same name, the generated property becomes List<T>. Simple repeated values become List<string>, List<int>, and similar scalar lists.

How are attributes represented?

When attribute support is enabled, XML attributes become properties with XmlAttribute annotations. Disable the option if you only want element properties.

Are inferred scalar types always correct?

They are a starting point. The tool infers common int, double, bool, and DateTime values from samples, but you should review important fields manually.

Does this upload my XML?

No. Parsing and generation run in your browser.

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