FreeXmlToolkit
FreeXmlToolkit Documentation
Introduction
Welcome to the official documentation for the Free XML Toolkit (Version 1.0.0).
FreeXmlToolkit is a powerful, cross-platform desktop application built with JavaFX 21, designed to streamline common XML-related tasks. It provides an integrated environment for editing, validating, transforming, and securing XML documents with advanced features like IntelliSense, template management, and Schematron validation. Whether you are a developer working with complex schemas, a data analyst querying XML sources, or a document specialist generating PDFs, this toolkit offers a comprehensive set of features to boost your productivity.
This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the application’s features to help you get the most out of them.
Installation
FreeXmlToolkit is designed to be easy to install and use:
- Windows: No administrator rights required for installation - standard installation process
- macOS: Standard installation process, no special permissions needed
- Linux: Standard installation process, no system-level privileges required
The application can be installed in any directory on your system.
Features
Click on any feature below to learn more about it:
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XML Editor: A powerful editor for viewing, editing, and formatting XML files with advanced syntax highlighting, real-time validation, IntelliSense auto-completion, and dual-mode editing (text/grid).
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XSD Tools: A comprehensive suite of tools for working with XML Schemas (XSD), including a graphical viewer, documentation generator with technical annotations support, sample XML generator, and schema flattening capabilities.
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XSD Validation: A dedicated tool for validating XML files against XSD schemas with detailed error reporting and continuous validation feedback.
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XSLT Transformation: Perform XSLT 3.0 transformations using Saxon HE 12.8 to convert your XML documents into multiple output formats with advanced template support.
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PDF Generator (FOP): Create professional-quality PDF documents from your XML data using XSL-FO stylesheets with Apache FOP 2.11.
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XML Digital Signature: A complete workflow for creating and validating XML digital signatures with BouncyCastle cryptographic support, featuring both Basic Mode for common use cases and Expert Mode for advanced XML-DSig operations with full W3C compliance.
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Context-Sensitive IntelliSense: Advanced auto-completion that shows only relevant child elements based on your current XML context and loaded XSD schema.
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Schematron Support: Comprehensive Schematron validation with visual rule builder, testing capabilities, and integration with XML editor for business rule validation.
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Schema Support: Comprehensive support for XSD schema analysis, validation, and documentation generation with advanced features like namespace handling and type resolution.
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Favorites System: Save and organize frequently used files across all editors with smart categorization, custom descriptions, and quick access features.
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Template Management: Advanced template system for XML snippets, XPath expressions, and reusable code patterns with parameter substitution and validation rules.
Technical Documentation
- Technology Stack: Comprehensive overview of Java 24, JavaFX 21, Saxon HE 12.8, and all libraries used in the application architecture.
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