I'm trying to create an installer that adds a capability to an existing application, but I also do not want to have an entry in the Add or Remove Programs control panel applet.
I've tried checking the Disable Modify, Disable Repair, and Disable Remove. Unfortunately all that did was create an entry that I couldn't remove. (MsiZap to the rescue)
Is there any way to accomplish this with AI?
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Hi,
This can be achieved by setting the ARPSYSTEMCOMPONENT property to 1. You can set it's value by adding it with the value 1 in the "Properties" list from the "Install Parameters" page or by using a "Property Set With Formatted" type of custom action.
However this may not be the best approach. When the "existing application" is uninstalled, your application will remain and the user will not be able to remove it.
Best regards,
Ciprian
This can be achieved by setting the ARPSYSTEMCOMPONENT property to 1. You can set it's value by adding it with the value 1 in the "Properties" list from the "Install Parameters" page or by using a "Property Set With Formatted" type of custom action.
However this may not be the best approach. When the "existing application" is uninstalled, your application will remain and the user will not be able to remove it.
Best regards,
Ciprian