Saving an InstallShield Project File (.ism) in XML or Binary Format
InstallShield 2020
InstallShield lets you save your .ism project file in XML or binary format.
To specify the format of your project file:
| 1. | In the View List under Installation Information, click General Information. |
| 2. | In Project File Format setting, select the appropriate option. Available options are: |
| • | 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. |
| • | 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 InstallShield project file (.ism) retains the .ism file extension when you save it in XML or binary format.
Advanced UI and Suite/Advanced UI projects (.issuite) are always saved as XML files.