Projects panel (XAML)
The Projects panel helps you perform the following tasks:
View all files associated with the currently open project.
Open your project files for editing.
Manage your project files.
Copy and paste files and folders directly into your project.
Add new items, including project references.
The Projects panel as it appears when working on a C# based Windows Store app built using XAML
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Search box Filter the list of project files by typing text in the Search box. |
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References Contains project references files such as DLL files. |
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Assets Contains project assets. Also includes pre-defined image assets for use in your app. .gif "Tip") Tip
You can copy and then paste assets directly into the Assets folder.
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Common Contains common classes and XAML styles that simplify Windows Store application development. Also includes converter files that help you convert data types. |
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Properties Contains general assembly information. |
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TemporaryKey.pfx A temporary ClickOnce application key is automatically generated for each new application. All ClickOnce manifests must be digitally signed by a certificate. If you don't have a certificate, Blend will create one for you. For more information on ClickOnce deployment, see ClickOnce Deployment Overview. |
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LayoutAwarePage The LayoutAwarePage class provides the following:
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StandardStyles A resource dictionary that contains the recommended Windows Store styles. |
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DataModel Contains sample data for use during your app development. |
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App.xaml Declares shared resources and handles global application-level events. App.xaml is required to display the user interface. |
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Package.appxmanifest Contains metadata that describes your app, including display name, logos, app description, declarations, capabilities and deployment packaging. |