Microsoft.vclibs [top]

If you are building a , prefer the Windows App SDK and its automatic handling of VC++ dependencies via Microsoft.WindowsAppSDK framework package (which itself depends on VCLibs).

You can download the .appx package from the Microsoft Store or generate it from a VS installation, then add to your deployment: microsoft.vclibs

Use code with caution.

| Aspect | Guidance | |--------|----------| | | VC++ runtime as an AppX/MSIX framework package | | When to use | UWP, Windows App SDK, or MSIX-packaged desktop C++ apps | | How to include | Automatic via VS packaging project; manually via manifest | | Distribution | For sideloading – bundle the arch-specific .appx file | | Avoid | Using VCLibs for classic .MSI installers; embedding DLLs | If you are building a , prefer the