This extension is to streamline the creation of Package.xml files for Salesforce deployments.
Key Features
Search & Select metadata components directly from authorized orgs.
Advanced Filters — Filter components by Type, Name, Last Modified Date, and Last Modified By.
Caching Support — Cache component lists to reduce load times and avoid fetching data from the org on every request.
Download - Download the metadata from the orgs.
Package.xml Generation — Generate package.xml for use in tools like the ANT Migration Tool.
Workflow Guide
Setup SFDX Project in VS Code: Install Salesforce CLI and VS Code, add the Salesforce Extension Pack, create a project using SFDX: Create Project With Manifest, and authorize at least two orgs using SFDX: Authorize an Org.
Launch the Extension using SFDX Package.xml Generator: Build Package.xml