Modify Web UI Custom File Browser Settings in WebSite X5

How to change the settings of the Web UI Custom File Browser in WebSite X5?

Here is a step by step tutorial on how to change the settings of the WebSite X5 Pro configuration file config.xml to disable the file selection screen (File Web Browser IU).

This guide describes how to change the settings of the WebSite X5 Pro and Evo config.xml configuration file, to deactivate the custom file selection screen (File Browser Web UI). This modification is necessary to overcome the limitations imposed by the File Browser Web UI introduced by the recent versions of WebSite X5 from the parent company Incomedia.

The file selection screen introduced by Incomedia in WebSite X5 is considered by some users to be poor and slow to load, causing inconvenience and bad user experience. Furthermore, to open the original window of the operating system it is necessary to press the CTRL key simultaneously with pressing the folder, which can be inconvenient and cumbersome for users accustomed to other file selection methods.

However, it is important to note that editing the config.xml configuration file can lead to certain risks, such as the malfunction of the software or the loss of data. Therefore, we recommend that you proceed with caution and always make a backup copy of the original configuration file before making any changes.

In summary, modifying the WebSite X5 Pro configuration file config.xml to disable the file selection screen can bring some advantages in terms of speed and user experience, but also some risks in terms of compromised software operation or system security. Therefore, it is advised to proceed with caution and carefully weigh the pros and cons before making any changes.

Here are the steps to follow:

Starting from the initial stage of the process, the first step is to retrieve the "config.xml" configuration file. This file is located in the C:\Users\UserName\AppData\Local\Incomedia\WebSite X5 - Pro, and the final name will depend on the software version in use, which can be "Pro" or "Evo". Note that the path provided in the initial step is for example purposes only. The "AppData" folder may not be visible, but still accessible depending on your configuration settings.

Before making any changes to the configuration file, it is always a good idea to make a backup copy of the original file and save it in a preferred location. Once this stage is complete, the file can be opened with a text editor such as Notepad.

Once the file is open, locate the line containing the <FileBrowserWebUIDisabled> entry and change the status to "true". After making this change, simply save the file and verify that the software is working properly.

The file selection screen should now be disabled in WebSite X5. If you want to re-enable the file selection screen in the future, you can simply change the value of the <FileBrowserWebUIDisabled> entry from true to false in the file configuration file config.xml.

In addition to changing the <FileBrowserWebUIDisabled> entry, there are many other settings that can be changed in the WebSite X5 Pro configuration file config.xml. For example, you can change settings related to the appearance and structure of the website, such as background color, logo position and page layout.

It is important to note that the config.xml configuration file contains a lot of information critical to the operation of the software, therefore it is advisable to avoid making any changes unless you have sufficient knowledge of the file format and the settings. Before making any changes, it is always advisable to create a backup copy of the original configuration file and to be careful not to accidentally delete or modify important parts of the file.

Also, before changing any settings, it is advisable to check whether WebSite X5 Pro provides a configuration option in the software user interface. Many settings can be changed directly from the user interface, without having to make manual changes to the configuration file.

In summary, modifying the settings in the WebSite X5 Pro config.xml configuration file can be useful for customizing and optimizing the software's operation. However, it is important to be careful not to make changes that could affect the functioning of the software and to always make a backup copy of the original configuration file before making any changes.

In conclusion, modifying the WebSite X5 Pro configuration file config.xml to disable the file selection screen can be an effective solution to overcome the limitations imposed by the File Browser Web UI and improve the user experience. However, it is important to carefully consider the pros and cons of this change and proceed with caution to avoid any risks.

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