Build Page - Windows Store App ProjectCopy link to this sectionLink to this section copied!

Set output details and OS compatibility for Windows Store App packages.

OutputCopy link to this sectionLink to this section copied!

FolderCopy link to this sectionLink to this section copied!

The MSIX/AppX package build path. Click on the [ ... ] button to change the folder where the package is created. By default, this shares the same folder with the project file.

File NameCopy link to this sectionLink to this section copied!

Specify the MSIX/AppX package file name. By default, the project name is used.

SchemaCopy link to this sectionLink to this section copied!

Make the MSIX/AppX package compatible with a specific Windows version. This setting will limit the Advanced Installer project UI to the set of options supported by the selected OS.

PackageCopy link to this sectionLink to this section copied!

ArchitecturesCopy link to this sectionLink to this section copied!

Select the target architectures for the package:

  • neutral
  • x86
  • x64
  • arm
  • arm64
  • Create individual packages for each architecture - select to create a different APPX/MSIX package for each architecture selected.
  • Create a bundle with individual packages inside - select to create an APPX/MSIX bundle that can target multiple architectures.
    Flat Bundle - Check this option to enable an improved way to bundle the package files with advantages as reduced uploading time and faster publishing.

Packaging DistributionCopy link to this sectionLink to this section copied!

After packaging your app, there are three possibilities to distribute it: you sideload it, distribute it through Microsoft Store or as an Unsigned Development Package.

Target PlatformsCopy link to this sectionLink to this section copied!

Select the target platforms for the current build.

  • Desktop: supported versions 1507 onward.
  • Universal: supported versions 1507 onward.
  • Mobile: supported versions 1507 onward.
  • Holographic: supported versions 1507 onward.
  • Team: supported versions 1507 onward.