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This sample demonstrates several tasks that use the ClickOnce feature.
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To open the sample file in Solution Explorer
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Click Download Sample.
The File Download message box appears.
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Click Open, and on the left column of the zip folder window, click Extract all files.
The Extraction Wizard opens.
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Click Next. You can change the directory that the files will be extracted to, and then click Next again.
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Make sure that the Show extracted files check box is selected, and click Finish.
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Double-click the sample's .sln file.
The sample solution is displayed in Solution Explorer. You might get a security warning that says the solution location is not trusted. Click OK to continue.
To build and publish this solution
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Build the solution: Right-click the project name in Solution Explorer and choose Build.
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Publish the solution: Right-click the project name in Solution Explorer and choose Publish. For more information on the Publish Wizard, see How to: Publish a ClickOnce Application.
Demonstrates
The ClickOnce feature can be used to programmatically handle several installation and maintenance tasks, including:
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Checking for updates Uses the CheckForUpdate method to check for new updates.
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Updating an application Uses the UpdateAsync method to download the updated application.
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Downloading optional files Uses the DownloadFileGroupAsync method to download files.
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Deployment information The My.Application.Deployment property is used to retrieve and report the name, version, location, and last update check.
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