<p>The .NET CLI now supports a new solution file format known as SLNX, which was introduced with the 9.0.200 SDK. This XML-based format is designed to be simpler and more concise than the traditional .sln format. Developers can easily migrate their existing solutions to the SLNX format using the command <code>dotnet sln migrate</code>. Additionally, Visual Studio offers a ‘Save As’ functionality to facilitate the migration process.</p>
<p>The new SLNX format offers several benefits, including enhanced readability and reduced merge conflicts, which contribute to improved performance. While the new format is in preview, it is designed to support all existing solution functionalities seamlessly and integrate well with MSBuild. Developers are encouraged to provide feedback to help finalize the format for general availability.</p>


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The .NET CLI introduces the new SLNX solution file format with the 9.0.200 SDK. This XML-based format aims to be simpler and more concise than the traditional .sln format, offering enhanced readability and reduced merge conflicts. Developers can migrate existing solutions using the `dotnet sln migrate` command or Visual Studio's 'Save As' functionality. While still in preview, SLNX supports all existing solution functionalities and integrates with MSBuild. Feedback is encouraged to finalize the format for general availability.

Introducing SLNX: A Simpler Solution File Format in the .NET CLI