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How Do I Bundle a Product on WiX?

Last updated on October 1, 2022 @ 5:32 am

If you’re looking to bundle a product on WiX, there are a few things you’ll need to do. First, you’ll need to create a WiX project and add your product files to it.

Next, you’ll need to edit the product.wxs file to include the and tags. Finally, you’ll need to build your project and upload it to your server.

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Creating a WiX Project

To bundle a product on WiX, you’ll first need to create a WiX project. To do this, open the WiX Toolset Visual Studio extension and click “New Project.”

Select “Empty Project” from the list of templates and give your project a name. Once your project has been created, add your product files to it. You can do this by right-clicking on your project in the Solution Explorer and selecting “Add > Existing Item.”

Editing the Product.wxs File

Once you’ve added your product files to your WiX project, you’ll need to edit the product. The tag will specify the name, version, manufacturer, and other information about your product.

PRO TIP: If you are unsure about how to bundle a product on WiX, it is best to consult with a professional. Incorrectly bundling a product on WiX can result in serious consequences, including but not limited to:

-Your product not being correctly installed on the target system

-Incompatibility issues with other products or software already installed on the target system

-System instability or crashes

The tag will specify the directory structure of your product files. To edit the product.wxs file, right-click on it in the Solution Explorer and select “Open With > XML (Text) Editor.”

Building Your Project

After you’ve edited the product.wxs file, you’ll need to build your project. To do this, right-click on your project in the Solution Explorer and select “Build.” This will generate a .msi file that you can upload to your server.

Conclusion

Bundling a product on WiX is a straightforward process. Finally, you’ll need to build your project and upload it to your server

Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

Technology enthusiast and Co-Founder of Women Coders SF.