: Finalize the process by applying your certificate.
: Always use the -TimestampUri option when signing; this prevents your application from failing if your digital certificate expires after deployment.
mage -New Application -FromFile MyApp.exe.manifest -Version 1.0.0.0 -FromDirectory .
: Modify existing manifests (e.g., updating versions or file hashes) without needing to recreate them entirely using the -Update command. How to Use Mage.exe 4.0
: Use the -FromDirectory option to automatically include all assemblies in a folder.
(Manifest Generation and Editing Tool) is a powerful command-line utility used to create, edit, and sign application and deployment manifests for ClickOnce applications . The 4.0 version specifically targets the .NET Framework 4 Client Profile , ensuring compatibility across both the client profile and full versions of .NET Framework 4. Key Capabilities