invitation indiainvitation indiainvitation indiaIsCmdBld.exe -p "C:\Build\MyProject.ism" -z "ProductCode=YOUR-NEW-GUID-HERE" Use code with caution. Common Troubleshooting Issues 1. Duplicate Entries in Add/Remove Programs
You want both versions of the software to run concurrently side-by-side on the same machine. Do NOT Change the Product Code When:
Setup.exe /v"/l*v C:\MSI.log"
Understanding the InstallShield Product Code If you’ve ever managed a Windows deployment or wrestled with a tricky uninstallation, you’ve likely encountered the . It is one of the most critical identifiers in the Windows Installer (MSI) framework, serving as the unique "fingerprint" for a specific release of your software. installshield product code
Fixing minor bugs without changing the product version significantly.
Additionally, change the code if you change the name of the executable file, modify the installation architecture (e.g., switching from 32-bit to 64-bit), or change the product language. How to Find and Modify the Product Code in InstallShield
uuidgen > productcode.txt IsCmdBuild.exe "MyProject.isproj" -p "productcode:%PRODUCTCODE%" -r "DEV" IsCmdBld
Increase the product version and change the Product Code to configure a Major Upgrade. Alternatively, manually uninstall the existing version via the Windows Control Panel before running the new installer. 2. Orphaned Applications After Major Upgrade
Locate the property in the main window. It will be listed under the "Product Properties" group. How to Find the Product Code of an Installed App
Every MSI (Microsoft Installer) based project created with InstallShield revolves around this unique GUID (Globally Unique Identifier). Getting it wrong can lead to "catastrophic errors," multiple entries in "Add/Remove Programs," or the inability to uninstall previous versions of your software. Do NOT Change the Product Code When: Setup
You can manually generate a new GUID, or InstallShield can do it for you. Automation:
A typical Product Code looks like this: 12345678-ABCD-1234-ABCD-1234567890AB Why is the Product Code Important?