AppInstaller File Builder

by Microsoftv1.2020.221.0

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

A Windows 10 application for users to easily build an AppInstaller file.

Install with winget

$ winget install --id Microsoft.AppInstallerFileBuilder --exact --version 1.2020.221.0

Run in Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal. Prompts for any agreements.

Silent install command for AppInstaller File Builder

AppInstaller File Builder uses MSIX. The silent install switches are (no switches needed).

One-line silent install (x86)

Add-AppxPackage -Path .\AppInstallerFileBuilder_1.2020.221.0_x86.msix

See the full silent install reference for AppInstaller File Builder →

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Installers · v1.2020.221.0

Architecture	Type	Scope	Install	Download
x86	MSIX	-		Direct

Copy a command tailored to that specific architecture, type, and scope - useful when winget would otherwise pick a different default.

Security

2 known CVEs via NVD

high7.8Patched in wingetCVE-2024-38177affects before 1.22.11261.0Aug 13, 2024
Windows App Installer Spoofing Vulnerability
Patch Vendor advisory
high7.1Patched in wingetCVE-2021-43890affects before 1.11, 1.16Dec 15, 2021
We have investigated reports of a spoofing vulnerability in AppX installer that affects Microsoft Windows. Microsoft is aware of attacks that attempt to exploit this vulnerability by using specially crafted packages that include the malware family known as Emotet/Trickbot/Bazalo...
Patch Vendor advisory

Source: NVD, updated 3h ago. Patch status is best-effort: NVD's fix version is compared against the latest version in winget, but the two version formats don't always align. Confirm with the vendor advisory before treating any specific build as safe.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install AppInstaller File Builder on Windows?

Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id Microsoft.AppInstallerFileBuilder --exact --version 1.2020.221.0. winget downloads the installer from Microsoft and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.

How do I install AppInstaller File Builder silently for unattended deployment?

Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id Microsoft.AppInstallerFileBuilder --exact 1.2020.221.0 --silent --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements. This is the variant Intune, Configuration Manager, and other deployment tools should use.

What are the silent install switches for AppInstaller File Builder?

AppInstaller File Builder uses MSIX. MSIX packages install silently by default - no switches are needed (Add-AppxPackage -Path .\AppInstallerFileBuilder_1.2020.221.0_x86.msix).

How do I uninstall AppInstaller File Builder via winget?

Run: winget uninstall --id Microsoft.AppInstallerFileBuilder --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from AppInstaller File Builder's Apps & Features entry.

Is AppInstaller File Builder free?

AppInstaller File Builder is distributed under MIT. Refer to the publisher (https://github.com/microsoft/MSIX-Toolkit) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.

Does AppInstaller File Builder work on Windows 10?

Yes, as long as your Windows 10 build supports winget (1809 or newer). winget ships with App Installer on Windows 10/11 and pulls AppInstaller File Builder directly from the publisher.

How do I keep AppInstaller File Builder up to date?

Run winget upgrade --id Microsoft.AppInstallerFileBuilder --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 1 version of AppInstaller File Builder from microsoft/winget-pkgs.