Xtags for QuarkXPress for Windows

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If you purchased an older version of Xtags after June 2003, you qualify for a free upgrade and should contact us for a new serial number. Otherwise, upgrades of Xtags can be purchased from our on-line store.

Editors’ Review

Download.com staffFebruary 20, 2026

Xtags is a powerful text filter for QuarkXPress and Adobe InDesign. It automatically creates finished, complex documents from tagged text files, streamlining data publishing workflows for integrators and end users.

Top Recommended Alternative

RepaintMyImage Photoshop Plug-In (64-bit)

Trial version

4.9

Pros
- Automates document construction without requiring InDesign internals knowledge.
- Supports creation of text content with full styling and master pages.
- Creates anchored and unanchored boxes, rules, and grouped items.
- Integrates with InCatalog to allow data updates without document rebuild.
- Available cross platform for both Mac OS and Windows environments.
Cons
- Requires a $400 licensing fee per installation.
- Requires source data to be formatted into a tagged text file.
- No specific mention of support for other desktop publishing applications.