2.1.4. Graphical Editor and Viewing for JSF Configuration Files

JBDS provides a graphical editor for working with JSF configuration file ( faces-config.xml ). The editor has three main viewers (modes):

  • Diagram

  • Tree

  • Source

The modes can be selected via the tabs at the bottom of the editor.

The JSF configuration editor also comes with a very useful OpenOn selection feature. Now let's dwell on each mode and all specific functionality which they provide for work with JSF configuration file.