What is MyAssembly.XmlSerializers.dll generated for?

Question

I am working on a project which generates an assembly. I just noticed that an additional assembly *.XmlSerializers.dll is being generated. Why this file is auto generated an

Answer 1

FYI. The exact steps to stop the XmlSerializers.dll from being auto-generated are:

1. In VS, right-click your project file and select "Properties"
2. Click the "Build" tab
3. Change the "Generate serialization assembly" dropdown from "Auto" to "Off"
4. Rebuild and it will be gone