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Version: 8.1

escapeXML

This function is used by Ignition's Expression language.

Description​

Returns the given string after being escaped to be valid for inclusion in XML. This means replacing XML special characters with their XML entity equivalents.

Syntax​

escapeXML(string)

Parameters​

TypeParameterDescription
StringstringThe starting string.

Results​

String - A string that has been escaped for XML.

Examples​

Code Snippet
escapeXML("Use Navigate > PB to get to the Pork&Beans section.") //returns "Use Navigate > PB to get to the Pork&Beans section.