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What is the function of uninstall?
Uninstall is removing a program and its associated files from a computer hard drive. The uninstall feature differs from the delete function in that it safely and efficiently removes all associated files, whereas delete only removes part of a program or selected file.
What is accessed to uninstall a program?
For these, you can uninstall them from the Settings menu, much as in earlier versions of Windows using the Control Panel. After right-clicking on the Start Menu, choose Settings. On the settings screen, choose Apps. On the list of applications, you can right-click to access an Uninstall button.
How do I use NSIS installer?
How does NSIS work?
- Set the installation directory (e.g. Program Files\My Cool Program\)
- If you have different “components” that the user can select / deselect for installation, then specify these choices.
- Copy the files over to the installation directory and possibly others.
- Create registry entries if you need to.
How do I add an add/remove program?
Create a key with your product name under HKLM\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall to add entries to the “Add/Remove Programs” section in the Control Panel. For Windows NT (NT4/2000/XP), it’s also possible to create the key in the HKCU hive, so it will only appear for the current user.
Is NSIS safe?
Nsis. A allows hackers to get into and carry out dangerous actions in affected computers, such as capturing screenshots, stealing personal data, etc. Nsis. A does not spread automatically using its own means.
Can NSIS create MSI?
NSIS installers can be wrapped in MSI files using the MSI Wrapper. It is a small tool that I made for wrapping NSIS and Inno Setup installers. It uses WiX to compile the MSI but there is a GUI to help you instead of an XML file.
How do I clean registry after Uninstall?
Method 1: Manually Remove Software Leftover Files After Uninstall
- Launch Windows Registry by pressing Win + R keys, inputting registry and clicking OK.
- Find these keys: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE, HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software, HKEY_USERS\.
- If you find the key with the name of the uninstalled program, delete it.
How do I remove registry entries for uninstalled programs?
Open the Registry Editor by selecting Start, Run, typing regedit and clicking OK. Navigate your way to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall. In the left pane, with the Uninstall key expanded, right-click any item and select Delete.