Clearing a Key File from a Component

InstallShield 2026

Project: This information applies to the following project types:

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Basic MSI

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DIM

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InstallScript MSI

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Merge Module

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MSI Database

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MSM Database

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Transform

If you no longer want a file to serve as the component’s key file, you can clear the key file from that component.

To clear the key file from a component:

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In the View List under Organization, click Setup Design (in installation projects only) or Components.

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In the explorer, expand the component and click Files.

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Right-click the key file and click Clear Key File.