How to Validate an XML File

1 The XML file you wish to validate should be open in the active document window.

2 On the Tools menu, click Validate XML File.

3 Check the status bar to see the validation result, or select the Errors tab in Tool View (Ctrl+Shift+2).

To Validate an XML Document from Project View...

1 The project that contains the XML file you wish to validate should be open and visible in the Project View workspace.

2 Right-click on the filename in Project View.

3 Click on the Validate context menu item.

4 Check the status bar to see the validation result, or select the Errors tab in Tool View (Ctrl+Shift+2).


Toolbar shortcut: Validate XML

Tip: To perform batch validation, the files you want to validate must belong to a project. In the Project View, right-click on the project name and select Validate All Files. The Tool View is displayed with the validation results (in the Errors pane).


Related Topics
How to Perform Batch Validation
How to Create a New Project
How to Open a Document from the Errors Pane
Automatically Validate when Opening Files Preference
Automatically Validate when Saving Files Preference
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