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Use this command to install ZXPInstaller:

winget install --id=guideguide.ZXPInstaller -e

ZXPInstaller is a simple cross platform (OS X and Windows) installer for third party Adobe extensions (.zxp files). It serves as a replacement for the Extension Manager which no longer is not supported after CC 2014. It provides a drag-and-drop GUI for installation, and a website to which extension developers can point users to download the installer.

ZXPInstaller is a cross-platform installer designed to simplify the installation of third-party Adobe extensions in .zxp format. It serves as an essential replacement for Adobe's deprecated Extension Manager, which is no longer supported after Adobe Creative Cloud 2014.

Key Features:

Drag-and-Drop GUI: Intuitive and user-friendly interface for seamless extension installation.
Cross-Platform Support: Compatible with both macOS and Windows operating systems.
Integration with Adobe CLI: Utilizes Adobe's command-line tools to ensure reliable extension management.
Install via winget: Available for installation through the winget package manager, simplifying setup.

Audience & Benefit:

Ideal for designers, developers, and professionals using Adobe Creative Cloud applications beyond CC 2014. ZXPInstaller provides a modern, lightweight solution for managing third-party extensions, ensuring compatibility and ease of use. Its open-source nature and cross-platform support make it a versatile tool for the creative community.

README

ZXPInstaller

ZXPInstaller is a simple cross platform (OS X and Windows) installer for third party Adobe extensions (.zxp files). It serves as a replacement for the Extension Manager which no longer is not supported after CC 2014. It provides a drag-and-drop GUI for installation, and a website to which extension developers can point users to download the installer.

How it works

ZXPInstaller uses Electron (https://electron.org) to create a cross platform HTML/node.js app. The app spawns a child process for the Adobe Extension Manager command line utility to install the ZXP.

Setup

Install Node.js.
Install the dependencies and start the app.

yarn
yarn dev

Compiling

Run the build script

yarn pack:mac-x64

You will find the compiled binaries in the dist directory.

Credits

ZXPInstaller was originally created by @maxoos and maintained by Cameron McEfee and GuideGuide.