Saving a DIM Project File in XML or Binary Format

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Project: This information applies to the DIM projects.

InstallShield lets you save your DIM project file (.dim) in XML or binary format.

To specify the format of your project file:

In the View List under Installation Information, click General Information.

In Project File Format setting, select the appropriate option. Available options are:

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Binary—To save the project file as a database file, select this option. This format is best for the speed of opening and saving the project file.

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XML—To save the project file as a hierarchical text-based format, select this option. This project file format is best for use with source code control systems.

Note:Your DIM project file (.dim) retains the .ism file extension when you save it in XML or binary format.