Is it necessary to specify sitemap.xml in robots.txt file

Discussion in 'robots.txt' started by cathandrew, Feb 25, 2014.

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    I'm in dilemma about how to add this sitemap.xml url in robots.txt file. Is it necessary?
     

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    cathandrew, Feb 25, 2014 IP
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    Yes, it is necessary because it helps bot to understand which part to crawl and what is blocked.
     
    Ehteshamshaikh, Feb 27, 2014 IP