Creating Custom Installation Requirements

InstallShield 2026 Express Edition

You can specify target system requirements in your installation project by using the Project Assistant or the Requirements view of the Installation Designer (IDE). When you specify system software requirements, you must run through the System Search Wizard. The System Search Wizard provides the Windows Installer capability to search for a particular file, folder, registry key or .ini value on a target system prior to installation.

To access the System Search Wizard in the Project Assistant:

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In the Project Assistant, open the Installation Requirements page.

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In the More Options area, click Create a custom software condition.