Process for Authoring an App-V Package Using the Microsoft App-V Assistant

AdminStudio 2025 | 29.0 | Microsoft App-V Assistant

You can use the Microsoft App-V Assistant to convert a Windows Installer package into an App-V package. During this process, you can perform the following tasks:

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Specify Package Information and Deployment Options—Specify the package name, root folder name, enter a comment, specify any operating system requirements, and identify the deployment server.

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Specify Files, Folders, Shortcuts, Registry Settings—Specify the files, folders, application shortcuts, and registry settings that will be included in the App-V package.

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Configure Isolation Options—Set the isolation options for selected files, folders, and registry keys.

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Build—Specify build options and build an App-V package.

The following diagram illustrates the creation process for an App-V package:

Creating an App-V Package