Changing .ini File Data

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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

This information does not apply to InstallScript projects; however, the InstallScript language includes .ini file functions for modifying .ini file data. You can use these functions in InstallScript projects.

Initialization (.ini) files serve as a database in which you can store and retrieve information between the uses of your applications. Some .ini files, such as Boot.ini and Wininit.ini, are used by the operating system. The INI File Changes view enables you to specify changes that should be made to .ini files on the target system. Although you can edit any .ini file found on the target system, editing system .ini files is not recommended.

To edit an .ini file:

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Create an .ini file reference.

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Add a section to the .ini file.

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Add a keyword to the .ini file.

Before you can create an .ini file reference, you must have at least one component created. If no components exist when your .ini file reference is created, the Create a New Component dialog box is displayed, enabling you to create a component.