What is meant by Non-XML documents?
The term "managing non-XML documents" refers to the administration and editing of documents that are not in XML format. In content management systems that primarily focus on XML-based content, it may be necessary to integrate, manage, and process other types of files, such as Word documents, PDFs, or images. This functionality allows for organizing and editing various document formats within a system to incorporate them into editorial or publication workflows.
Typical software functions in the area of "managing non-XML documents":
- Document Import: Uploading and storing non-XML documents such as Word files, PDFs, or images.
- Metadata Management: Assigning metadata such as title, author, creation date, or keywords for better organization.
- Document Preview: The ability to preview non-XML documents directly within the system without needing to download them.
- Version Control: Managing and storing different versions of non-XML documents to track changes.
- Linking with XML Content: Integrating and linking non-XML documents with XML-based content within a project or document.
- Access Rights Management: Controlling access permissions to ensure that only authorized users can view or edit specific non-XML documents.
- Conversion Functions: Converting non-XML documents into XML formats or other file types for further processing.
Examples of "managing non-XML documents":
- An editorial team stores and organizes PDF documents that complement XML content.
- A user uploads a Word document to the content management system and attaches it to an existing XML document.
- An organization manages different versions of an image document to track changes.
