Changeing xml to hdc format

[L.Craig]

Im not very computer literate and I am wondering how do i change a xml file to a hdc file so I can view it in character sheet form.

[ghost-angel]

I don't think Hero Designer has an Import function, meaning it won't be able to parse the XML code to turn it into a valid HDC file. Dan could correct me if I'm wrong on that though...

[Simon]

I'm not exactly sure on what you're looking to do (or why)....but I suspect that you're a bit confused on a few concepts.

HD uses an xml format for most of its files. This includes hdc (character) files.

You don't take an xml file and turn it into an hdc file -- while such a concept is (technically) possible, chances are likely that unless you're dealing with a file structure that is already almost identical to the hdc file (with proper rules being followed, etc.) you're going to effectively recreate HD in its entirety in order to convert the file.


If you have an hdc file, then you're done. Just open it in hd.

[L.Craig]

What i mean is I downloaded some characters off hero central to look at and i cant load them into hero desighner to look at, i want to be able to look at them without all the brackets and stuff.

[Simon]

You downloaded hdc files (most likely). Just make sure you save them with an hdc extension and open them in HD.

[L.Craig]

Sorry if i sound stupid, how do I save them with a hdc extension

[Simon]

Right click on the file link, save as.