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xmlsectool for Mac

Check schema validity and signature of an XML document

Quick answer: xmlsectool is a command-line tool for macOS. Install it with brew install xmlsectool. It is distributed under the Apache-2.0 licence. It has 3 Homebrew installs in the last 30 days.

What xmlsectool is

xmlsectool is a command-line tool for macOS: check schema validity and signature of an XML document.

It is distributed as a Homebrew formula, which builds or pours a binary and puts it on your PATH. It is distributed under the Apache-2.0 licence.

How to install xmlsectool

  1. Open Terminal (press ⌘ + Space and type “Terminal”).
  2. If Homebrew is not installed yet, run the installer below once.
  3. Run brew install xmlsectool.

Homebrew installer, if you need it:

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install xmlsectool on Mac?

Run brew install xmlsectool in Terminal. This requires Homebrew; if you do not have it, install it first with the command below.

Is xmlsectool open source?

Yes — Homebrew distributes it under the Apache-2.0 licence.

Does xmlsectool run on Apple silicon?

Homebrew publishes this formula for macOS. If upstream does not ship an Apple silicon build, Rosetta 2 handles the Intel binary.

How popular is xmlsectool?

It was installed 3 times in the last 30 days according to Homebrew analytics, ranking #10329 in this catalogue.

What version of xmlsectool is current?

The latest packaged version is 4.0.0.