Sequencing Patches

InstallShield 2020

Project:This information applies to the following project types:

Basic MSI
InstallScript MSI

Before you define a sequence for patches, you should create the necessary upgrade items in the Upgrades view. Then you should add a patch configuration item in the Patch Design view. Once you have completed those tasks, you can specify the sequence for the patches.

To define a patch sequence:

1. In the View List under Media, click Patch Design.
2. In the Patch Design explorer, click the patch configuration that you want to configure.
3. Click the Sequence tab.
4. Do one of the following:
To use default patch sequencing that InstallShield generates, select the Use Default Patch Sequencing check box.
To use no patch sequencing, clear the Use Default Patch Sequencing check box.
To specify your own custom sequencing:
a. Clear the Use Default Patch Sequencing check box.
b. Click Add. The Patch Sequence dialog box opens.
c. Define the sequence information as needed.

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