Quick start for WinUI 3

This guide shows how to start working with DotNetBrowser and embed it in a simple WinUI 3 application.

Before you begin make sure that your system meets software and hardware requirements.

1. Install DotNetBrowser templates

Open the Command Line prompt, and install DotNetBrowser templates if not installed yet:

dotnet new install DotNetBrowser.Templates

After installation, the template projects will be available in both .NET CLI and Visual Studio.

2. Get trial license

To get a free 30-day trial license, fill in the web form and click the Get my free trial button. You will receive an email with the license key.

3. Create a WinUI 3 application with DotNetBrowser

Create a new application:

dotnet new dotnetbrowser.winui.app -o Example.WinUi -li <your_license_key>

The project will be created in the folder Example.WinUi.

By default, this project will target net8.0. Use -f option to specify net9.0, net7.0 or net6.0 instead.

4. Run the application

To launch application, use:

dotnet run --project Example.WinUi