Making Sense of Roblox XML Script Files and Tools

If you've spent any time poking around the back end of your game files, you've likely encountered a roblox xml script and felt a bit confused. Most people who jump into Roblox development or modding expect everything to be written in Lua, which is the platform's primary language. However, XML (Extensible Markup Language) plays a massive, albeit quieter, role in how the platform functions, especially when it comes to saving data, managing UI, and configuring external tools. ...

January 29, 2026 · 7 min · Moyeda Hold