MSIX Packaging Tool Microsoft Corporation
winget install --id=Microsoft.MSIXPackagingTool -e The MSIX Packaging Tool is a desktop application re-packaging solution designed to convert existing applications into the MSIX format. This versatile tool supports both an interactive user interface and command-line operations, enabling users to convert applications without requiring access to source code.
Key Features:
- Conversion of MSI, EXE, App-V 5.x files, and custom scripts to MSIX packages.
- Creation of modification packages for existing MSIX files.
- Package editor functionality to view and edit MSIX package content and properties.
- Enhanced PSF (Package Specific Fixup) support for process, dynamic library, environment variable, and middleware fixups.
- Offline installation capabilities using PowerShell.
Audience & Benefit: Ideal for IT professionals and developers managing desktop applications, this tool streamlines the packaging process, simplifies application management, and improves deployment efficiency. By converting applications to MSIX format, users can benefit from enhanced compatibility, security features, and simplified package maintenance across Windows environments.
The MSIX Packaging Tool can be installed via winget using the command: PS C:\> winget install "MSIX Packaging Tool".