User`s guide

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Convert XML Documents to Different File Formats

In this section...

“Why Convert XML Documents?” on page 4-18

“Convert XML Documents Using the Report Explorer” on page 4-18

“Convert XML Documents Using the Command Line” on page 4-20

“Edit XML Source Files” on page 4-20

Why Convert XML Documents?

You can generate a report in a different output file format without regenerating it by

using either the Report Explorer File Converter or the rptconvert command. These

utilities convert DocBook XML source files created by the report-generation process into

formatted documents such as HTML, RTF, or PDF.

Note: The report-generation process can only convert XML source files created by the

latest version of the software.

Convert XML Documents Using the Report Explorer

To open the Convert Properties pane:

In the Report Explorer, select Tools > Convert source file.

The Convert Source File Properties pane appears. All XML files in your current

folder appear in the Options pane in the middle.