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What is a XAML file? A XAML file is an Extensible Application Markup Language file that uses Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) code. XAML (pronounced "zammel") is a descriptive programming language developed by Microsoft for creating user interfaces. It was introduced during the development stages of Longhorn, more popularly known as Windows Vista.

More Information XAML file open in Microsoft Visual Studio Code XAML files are stored in a plain text format and can be viewed with a text editor. They are sometimes seen with a .xoml extension.

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What is a XAML file?

A XAML file is an Extensible Application Markup Language file that uses Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) code. XAML (pronounced "zammel") is a descriptive programming language developed by Microsoft for creating user interfaces. It was introduced during the development stages of Longhorn, more popularly known as Windows Vista.

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XAML file open in Microsoft Visual Studio Code

XAML files are stored in a plain text format and can be viewed with a text editor. They are sometimes seen with a .xoml extension.

How to open a XAML file

You can open and edit a XAML file in any text or source code editor, such as Microsoft Visual Studio Code (cross-platform) or GitHub Atom (cross-platform).

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Updated: December 28, 2021

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What is a XAML file?↓
A XAML file is an Extensible Application Markup Language file that uses Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) code. XAML (pronounced "zammel") is a descriptive programming language developed by Microsoft for creating user interfaces. It was introduced during the development stages of Longhorn, more popularly known as Windows Vista.
How do I open a .xaml file?↓
You can open and edit a XAML file in any text or source code editor, such as Microsoft Visual Studio Code (cross-platform) or GitHub Atom (cross-platform).

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