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Build desktop apps for Windows

This documentation provides the latest guidance about building desktop apps for Windows 11.

Essentials

Get started

  • Essentials
  • Core concepts
  • Get started with WinUI
  • Tools and samples
  • Help and guidance
  • What's new

Design

Overview

  • Design overview
  • Design principles
  • Guidelines
  • Tools and resources

Develop

How-To Guide

  • Develop overview
  • Features
  • Use features with other UI frameworks
  • Platform
  • API reference
  • Tools and samples
  • Tutorials

Package and deploy

Deploy

  • Package and deploy overview
  • Choose a packaging model
  • Packaging
  • Windows App SDK deployment

Distribute

Overview

  • Choose a distribution path
  • Publish overview
  • Get started with Microsoft Store
  • Open a developer account
  • Submit your app
  • Get your app certified
  • Monitor your app performance
  • Manage and update your app
  • Manage your account
  • Microsoft Store policies and resources
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