If you perform a complete
automatic merge (one with no unresolved differences or conflicts), XML Diff
Merge saves your merged output. You can omit the remaining steps in this procedure.
If
you choose a graphical merge, or if your automatic merge fails to resolve
all differences, the XML Diff Merge - Merging window opens.
Tip: The
first three methods take advantage of the
Rational ClearCase integration
with XML Diff Merge to automate certain functions and are usually the easiest
to use when you work with
Rational ClearCase elements.
If the set of files to be merged includes any XML files, the
Rational ClearCase type
manager starts
xmldiffmrg to process those files.
By
contrast, stand-alone mode allows you to merge any XML files in your file
system, and requires you to explicitly control most functions.