KML Reader — Extract lon,lat Coordinates From Any KML File
Free KML Reader for maps and Earth workflows: paste full or partial KML XML and extract every <coordinates> block into plain lon,lat lists with vertex counts. Copy into Merge, Reverse, Segment, Geometries, or Sanitize — parsing runs locally in your browser.
Key features
- Paste full or partial KML with <coordinates> blocks
- Each block listed separately with vertex count
- Outputs space-separated lon,lat pairs (KML order)
- Feeds Merge, Reverse, Segment, Geometries, and Sanitize
What KML Reader does
It scans pasted KML for every <coordinates>…</coordinates> section, parses lon,lat tokens (altitude stripped), and returns numbered blocks you can copy into other Workbench tools.
Why local SEO and map teams use it
Debug Circle Generator rings, inspect vertex counts before merge, or pull coordinates out of client Earth files without uploading files to a server.
Debugging Earth files
When Google Earth draws oddly, extract rings here — Circle Generator rings should show about 360 vertices plus a closing point when closed.
How to use this tool (best practice)
1) Paste KML XML. 2) Read coordinates. 3) Copy each block. Next: Merge LineStrings, Reverse, Segment, or Geometries Assembler.
Frequently asked questions
Is this KML Reader free?
Yes. It is free on GBP Local Ranker’s KML Workbench at /free-tools/kml-workbench/reader — no login required for basic use.
Is KMZ supported?
Paste uncompressed KML XML. Unzip KMZ files first, then paste the doc.kml contents here.
Are styles preserved?
No. Reader focuses on coordinates only — not IconStyle, PolyStyle, or StyleMap blocks.
Multiple placemarks?
Yes. Every coordinates block in the paste becomes its own numbered section in the output.
Why is the result empty?
Confirm the paste contains <coordinates>…</coordinates> with lon,lat values inside.
Does altitude stay in the output?
Altitude tokens are stripped — output is lon,lat pairs suitable for most Workbench tools.
Can Reader write or edit KML?
Reader is extract-only. Rebuild files with Geometries Assembler, Circle Generator, or Merge LineStrings.
Is my KML uploaded to a server?
No. Parsing happens locally in your browser session.
What order are coordinates in?
KML order: lon,lat — space-separated in each extracted block.
Where is the full KML Workbench suite?
Open All KML Workbench Tools at /free-tools/kml-workbench for reverse, merge, geometries, circle generator, and more.