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package org.apache.sling.rewriter;


/**
 * The ProcessorFactory is a service which creates
 * {@link Processor}s on demand. The processor is used to rewrite
 * the generated content.
 *
 * The factory is referenced using a service property named
 * 'pipeline.type'. Each factory should have a unique value
 * for this property.
 */
public interface ProcessorFactory {

    /**
     * Create a new processor.
     * @return A new processor.
     */
    Processor createProcessor();
}