C # Custom Action Linq to XML vs XmlConfig / XmlFile

Question

I would like to know what are the pros and cons between C # Custom action and using extention when creating / modifying xml.

From my experience -

C # Custom action: using LINQ to XML and XmlReader more often than using wix syntax. It will be more convenient to change the code for the non wix user.

XmlConfig / XmlFile: no need to know C # to change xml. Great for non-programmers and small msi packages.

We hope for a greater advantage for both opportunities.

Answer 1

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Answer 2

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