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How Do I Use WiX Installer?

Last updated on January 3, 2023 @ 4:25 am

If you are looking for a way to create an installer for your Windows application, then you may want to consider using WiX. WiX is a free and open source toolset that allows you to create MSI and MSM files for your applications. In this article, we will show you how to use WiX to create an installer for your Windows application.

The first thing you need to do is download and install WiX on your computer. You can do this by going to the WiX website and downloading the latest version of WiX. Once you have installed WiX, you will need to open the command prompt and navigate to the folder where your WiX project files are located.

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Once you are in the correct folder, you will need to run the following command:

candle.exe yourproject.wxs

This command will compile your WiX project into an MSI or MSM file. You can then use this file to create an installer for your Windows application.

To create an installer, you will need to use a tool called Light.exe.

Light.exe is a tool that comes with WiX that allows you to create MSI and MSM files. To use Light.exe, you will need to open the command prompt and navigate to the folder where your WiX project files are located. Once you are in the correct folder, you will need to run the following command:

PRO TIP: The WiX Installer is a powerful tool that can be used to create custom Windows installations. However, it is also a complex tool that can be difficult to use. If you are not familiar with the WiX Installer, it is recommended that you seek out help from someone who is before attempting to use it.

light.exe -ext WixUIExtension -out yourproject.msi yourproject.wixobj

This command will create an MSI file for your Windows application.

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