How to Edit XML Files

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Purchase an XML editor.

   There are a number of XML editors available, including Liquid XML Editor.
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   Step 2: Install your chosen XML editor on your computer.

   ,,,,, The file will open and display the existing code. ,, Be sure all XML elements have an opening and closing tag.
   
   Keep in mind that XML tags are case sensitive.
   
   Be sure your XML file contains one root element.
   
   Be sure the attribute values within your XML file are surrounded by quotation marks.
   
   Attributes are items within the XML code that provide further information about an element that is not available elsewhere in the data.
   
   Be sure all XML elements are properly nested. ,, Your XML document will not run if it contains errors. ,,, If your XML file is invalid, it will not display.
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   Step 3: Restart your computer

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   Step 4: if necessary.

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   Step 5: Familiarize yourself with your XML editor's workspace.

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   Step 6: Familiarize yourself with user resources associated with your XML editor

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   Step 7: such as websites and online user forums.

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   Step 8: Locate the XML file you wish to edit.

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   Step 9: Open the file you wish to edit by double clicking the file name.

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    Step 10: Edit your XML file.

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    Step 11: Review your editing.

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    Step 12: Correct any errors you discover when reviewing your XML file.

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    Step 13: Use your XML editor's validating tool to validate your XML file.

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    Step 14: Correct any errors identified during file validation.

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    Step 15: Save your newly edited XML file.

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    Step 16: View your XML file in a web browser.

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