CDF-MS File Documentation

Overview

Feature Value
File Extension .cdf-ms
Full Name ClickOnce Compiled Manifest File
Format Type XML
Developed By Microsoft
Primary Association Application Deployment
Usage Deploying and updating software applications in Microsoft Windows
MIME Type application/x-ms-application
Structure XML-based, contains assembly references and application files metadata
Encryption Can be signed with Authenticode
Compatibility Works on Windows platforms that support ClickOnce deployment (Windows XP and later)
Integration Integrated with Microsoft Visual Studio for ClickOnce deployment
Update Strategy Supports automatic updates
Manifest Purpose Describes dependencies, required permissions, and the application’s entry point
Security Supports code access security for deployed applications
Versioning Supports application versioning and updates
Dependencies Handling Automatic handling of application dependencies
File Association Associated with ClickOnce application deployment technology
User Experience Enables one-click install and update for desktop applications
File Location Typically generated in the project's output directory during publishing
Editors Can be edited with text editors but primarily managed through Visual Studio
Advantages Easy deployment and management of updates
Limitations Primarily for Windows platforms; requires .NET framework on the client machine