Publish Installer/Uninstaller doesn't always remove manifest files

Question

I use the Publish function in Visual Studio to create the Installer package. This works great in most cases. Occasionally, when the Program is Uninstalled, it leaves behind files in the AppData directories that prevent the program from being re-installed or a newer version from being installed. What is the cause of this and what can I do to prevent this from happening?

Answer 1

Hi AlvordTimothy,

Are these files included in your installer package? Generally, the installer cannot delete temp files by itself. Maybe you need to create a custom action to delete them.

Best Regards, Dylan

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