XML Notepad 2007 is a free development and IT software designed by Microsoft to help users browse, edit, and manage XML documents with ease. This program features an intuitive interface that allows for effortless navigation through tree views and incremental search options. Users can copy-paste code snippets while working with namespace support, drag-and-drop for editing the tree, and take advantage of infinite undo and redo features.
The software is capable of loading large XML documents quickly (up to 3MB) and supports error checking through XML schema validation. It offers custom date, dateTime, time datatypes editors for added convenience and displays any XML-stylesheet processing instructions in its built-in HTML viewer.
XML Notepad 2007 provides various coding features, such as font and color customization options, nudge toolbar buttons for adjusting view size, XSD annotations, IntelliSense support to aid in code completion, and a Goto definition tool. With the XML Diff feature, users can compare two documents side-by-side for easy identification of differences.
Using XML Notepad 2007 is simple and straightforward: the left pane breaks down an XML document into a tree view, displaying classes, tags, and their corresponding values. The Tree View feature enables users to match text with its identifier by color-coding for easier reading. By pressing the XSL Performance button, you can view raw XML content and test files in Internet Explorer to see their final appearance.
This powerful editor is not only suitable for coders who regularly edit and use XML documents but also offers the flexibility needed to create plugins for popular web browsers like Firefox. It's a versatile, reliable choice that surpasses the capabilities of traditional Windows Notepad programs and is essential for any XML programmer looking to streamline their workflow.