About this article
This article will explain how to install WebView2.
- What is WebView2?
- Check if WebView2 is already installed
- Including WebView2 in your Windows build
- Installing WebView2 Evergreen Bootstrapper
- Updating of WebView2
What is WebView2?
Microsoft Edge WebView2 is a technology for embedded web content in native applications and is one of the technical prerequisites for Templafy Desktop. WebView2 is used for displaying the WebApp in the VSTO add-ins but also for doing authentication in Templafy Desktop.
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Check if WebView2 is already installed
WebView2 might already be distributed centrally by your IT department. You can check for that by going to the Start Menu -->Add or Remove Programs and searching for WebView2.
Including WebView2 in your Windows build
WebView2 can be included in new Windows 10 builds. Please check it's enabled in your Windows/Office configurations.
Installing WebView2 Evergreen Bootstrapper
The Evergreen Bootstrapper is a self-updating installation for WebView2 that is lightweight and low maintenance. It can be downloaded here.
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For more guidance on how to distribute WebView2, please see Microsoft's documentation below.
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Updating of WebView2
Updating of WebView2 generally follows the Microsoft Edge Stable release schedule which is about once every 1-2 months. The Evergreen Boostrapper will automatically take care of updates.
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