FreeXmlToolkit
Favorites System
Last Updated: November 2025 Version: 1.0.0
Save your frequently used files for quick access. The favorites system works across all editors in FreeXmlToolkit.
Overview
Screenshot placeholder: Favorites menu in the toolbar
The favorites system helps you quickly access the files you use most often. Save any file as a favorite and open it with one click from any editor.
Key Features
Quick Access
Screenshot placeholder: One-click file loading
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Works Everywhere | Access favorites from any editor |
| File Recognition | Automatically detects file types (XML, XSD, etc.) |
| One-Click Loading | Open files instantly |
Organization
Screenshot placeholder: Favorites organized in categories
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Custom Categories | Create folders like “Project Files”, “Templates”, “Schemas” |
| Easy Management | Create, rename, and delete categories |
| Mixed Files | Store different file types in the same category |
File Information
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Custom Names | Give favorites easy-to-remember names |
| Descriptions | Add notes about what each file is for |
| File Icons | Quickly see file types at a glance |
How to Use
Adding Files to Favorites
Screenshot placeholder: Add to favorites dialog
- Open a file in any editor
- Click the star button in the toolbar
- Fill in the form:
- Name: A descriptive name (auto-filled with filename)
- Category: Choose or create a category
- Description: Optional notes about the file
Opening Favorites
Screenshot placeholder: Favorites dropdown menu
- Click “Favorites” in any editor toolbar
- Browse categories if you have multiple
- Click any file to open it immediately
Managing Favorites
Screenshot placeholder: Favorites management options
The favorites menu includes:
- Remove missing files - Clean up favorites that point to deleted files
- Edit favorites - Change names, categories, or descriptions
Tips
Organization Ideas
| Strategy | Description |
|---|---|
| By Project | Create a category for each project |
| By Type | Organize by file type (“Schemas”, “Templates”) |
| By Frequency | “Daily Use”, “Archive” |
Best Practices
- Use descriptive names that make sense to you
- Add descriptions for complex files
- Clean up favorites regularly when files are moved or deleted
Supported File Types
| Type | Extension |
|---|---|
| XML documents | .xml |
| XSD schemas | .xsd |
| Schematron rules | .sch |
| XSLT stylesheets | .xsl, .xslt |
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