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