A FAST schema can be created without associating to a FIX schema. In QWFIX we call it standalone FAST schema.
A FAST schema can be applied to a wider range of protocols.
In "Repository Explorer" panel, right click mouse on the node "FASTSChema", the select "New Schema" from the pop up menu.
A new schema dialog will pop up. In the dialog, only apecify the name of the schema. Do not choose any FIX schema. Then create OK button. A standalone FAST schema will be created.
The FAST schema editor gives more flexibility to standalone schemas. User can freely edit any valid property of the templates and instructions.