XPath Abbreviated Syntax
| Character | Description |
|---|---|
| | | Expresses alternatives; for example, (emph|b) |
| . | Selects the current node |
| / | Used to compose a longer pattern |
| // | Matches descendants instead of children |
| .. | Selects the parent of the current node |
| * | Wildcard character; matches with all elements |
| @ | Selects an attribute |
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