winapp-manifest Skill
Create and edit Windows app manifest files (Package.appxmanifest or appxmanifest.xml) that define app identity, capabilities, and visual assets, or generate new assets from existing images. Use when creating a Windows app manifest for any app type (GUI, console, CLI tool, service), adding Windows capabilities, generati Published by microsoft in winappCli.
What is winapp-manifest Skill?
Create and edit Windows app manifest files (Package.appxmanifest or appxmanifest.xml) that define app identity, capabilities, and visual assets, or generate new assets from existing images. Use when creating a Windows app manifest for any app type (GUI, console, CLI tool, service), adding Windows capabilities, generati Published by microsoft in winappCli. This profile combines repository metadata with install, compatibility, and usage signals so developers can quickly decide whether it fits their agent workflow before opening the source repository.
Automated repository signals based on public metadata such as recency, license, installation evidence, and adoption. These are not a security audit or endorsement.
Key capabilities
- Includes SKILL.md support
- Reusable instructions support
- Design and media
- Design and media use cases
Technical details
- Install or run with Copy skill directory
When to use winapp-manifest Skill
- Use it for design and media.
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Source
- Creator: microsoft
- Repository: microsoft/winappCli
- Skill file: .github/plugin/skills/winapp-cli/manifest/SKILL.md
What it does
Create and edit Windows app manifest files (Package.appxmanifest or appxmanifest.xml) that define app identity, capabilities, and visual assets, or generate new assets from existing images. Use when creating a Windows app manifest for any app type (GUI, console, CLI tool, service), adding Windows capabilities, generati
Skill instructions
When to use Use this skill when: - Creating Package.appxmanifest for a project that doesn't have one yet - Generating app icon assets from a single source image - Understanding manifest structure for package identity and capabilities Prerequisites - winapp CLI installed - Optional: a source image (PNG or SVG, at least 400x400 pixels) for custom app icons Key concepts Package.appxmanifest is the key prerequisite for most winapp commands — it's more important than winapp.yaml. It declares: - Package identity — name, publisher, version - App entry point — which executable to launch - Capabilities — what the app can access (internet, file system, etc.) - Visual assets — icons for Start menu, taskbar, installers - Extensions — share target, startup tasks, file associations, etc. Two manifest templates: - packaged (default) — for full MSIX distribution - sparse — for desktop apps that need package identity without full MSIX containment (uses AllowExternalContent) winapp init also generates a
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Frequently asked questions
What is winapp-manifest?
winapp-manifest is a open-source AI agent skill with Copy skill directory. Create and edit Windows app manifest files (Package.appxmanifest or appxmanifest.xml) that define app identity, capabilities, and visual assets, or generate new assets from existing images.
Who is winapp-manifest best for?
winapp-manifest is best for reusing agent instructions, scripts, and references, design and media workflows.
How do I install winapp-manifest?
Install or run winapp-manifest using Copy skill directory. Check winapp-manifest for the latest setup command.
Is winapp-manifest actively maintained?
winapp-manifest may need a closer maintenance check before production use.
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