Overview

The GRXML Editor is a specialized tool for creating and managing GRXML (Grammar XML) files used in speech recognition applications. It provides syntax highlighting, real-time validation, and intelligent suggestions to help you create efficient and accurate grammars.

Key Features

• Syntax Highlighting: Color-coded elements make it easy to read and write GRXML
• Real-time Validation: Catch errors as you type with instant feedback
• Auto-completion: Quick insertion of common GRXML elements and attributes
• Template Support: Save and reuse common grammar patterns
• Testing Tools: Validate your grammars against sample inputs

Getting Started

Creating a New Grammar

1. Click the "New Grammar" button in the editor toolbar
2. Choose a template or start from scratch
3. Enter your grammar content in the editor
4. Click "Save" to store your grammar

<?xml version="1.0"?>
<grammar version="1.0" 
         xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2001/06/grammar"
         xml:lang="en-US" 
         root="main">

    <rule id="main">
        <one-of>
            <item>yes</item>
            <item>no</item>
        </one-of>
    </rule>

</grammar>

Editor Interface

Toolbar Functions

• New (Ctrl+N): Create a new grammar file
• Open (Ctrl+O): Open an existing grammar
• Save (Ctrl+S): Save current grammar
• Validate: Check grammar for errors
• Test: Test grammar against sample inputs
• Format (Ctrl+Shift+F): Auto-format grammar

Keyboard Shortcuts

Best Practices

Grammar Structure

• Use meaningful rule IDs that describe their purpose
• Keep rules modular and reusable
• Use comments to document complex patterns
• Include sample phrases in comments

Performance Tips

• Minimize deep nesting of rules
• Use <one-of> for mutually exclusive choices
• Group common patterns into separate rules
• Test with various input patterns

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Additional Resources

• GRXML Best Practices Guide
• Example Grammars
• Testing Strategies