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What WiXEdit Does
WiXEdit is a focused XML editor built for authoring source files used with the Windows Installer XML (WiX) toolset. It’s intended to simplify the creation and maintenance of MSI and MSM installer packages by providing a clearer, visual way to work with WiX markup. The tool presents installation dialogs and other setup elements graphically so you can edit XML without losing sight of the installer layout.
Core Capabilities
- Visual rendering of installation dialogs and UI elements to make structure and layout easier to understand.
- Direct editing of WiX XML files while preserving the underlying hierarchical structure.
- Regular updates and usability improvements derived from being a maintained fork of an earlier project.
- Free to download and use, making it accessible for individual developers and small teams.
Who Should Use It
WiXEdit is most useful for developers and setup authors who already work with XML and WiX. It reduces the friction of hand-editing complex XML by giving a more intuitive, form-like view of installer components, which helps speed up package creation and decreases errors.
Related Tools and Downloads
- WiX Toolset (official): the core framework for authoring MSI/MSM packages.
- Orca: a lightweight MSI editor for inspecting and tweaking installer databases.
- InstEd: an alternative MSI authoring and editing tool with a visual approach.
- HP ProBook 6470b Notebook PC drivers — Free: included as a commonly recommended download in some software libraries for users maintaining Windows development environments.
Category and Platform
This utility belongs in the Utilities & Tools category and is specifically targeted at Windows-based development workflows, particularly those centered on producing Windows Installer packages.
Technical
- Windows
- Free