Compare representations for this tree:
Newick (common format used in phylogeny software):
HTML - exported from an Excel spreadsheet (used by Phylotree):
XOXO Tree
Advantages
Easy to use
HTML
free software
one file format for everything
Well defined
Unambiguous
Separation of concerns
Extendable
Embedded data
Scriptability
Cosmetic enhancement
XOXO Tree Specification
Feedback
Please provide critical feedback. Do you agree with the advantages of XOXO tree format? How might it be improved? Other ideas or suggestions.