When does it make sense to edit the XML configuration file after initial setup via Java code?

Editing the XML configuration file after initial setup through Java code makes sense when:

• It is necessary to change settings without recompiling and restarting the application.
• It is required to provide administrators or system operators with the ability to quickly configure parameters.
• The configuration is complex and better structured in XML format for ease of reading and maintenance.
• External tools or environments that work with XML need to be used.

For example, in Spring Framework, XML is often used for bean configuration to separate settings from code and simplify management.