DataAnalyzer asked a question.
Can I set a Registry Key (Branch) from a Property Value?
I have multiple version releases in one ISM file, each with its own version number.
Each version stores its registry in a version key (branch/folder) like this:
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER/Software/Company/ProductName/10.0
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER/Software/Company/ProductName/11.0
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER/Software/Company/ProductName/12.0
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER/Software/Company/ProductName/13.0
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER/Software/Company/ProductName/14.0
- etc.
Each version has the same elements. I currently have a separate Component with the registry settings for each version, which is a hassle to keep in synch when changes occur.
Can I have one registry component and designate the version key as a property that's assigned for each release? Thanks.
Hi DataAnalyzer,
Yes,you can.For example, if you would like to store the destination location of your software, create a registry value whose data is [INSTALLDIR].
Please refer this link:http://helpnet.flexerasoftware.com/installshield23helplib/helplibrary/FAQRegistryWritingProps.htm
Thanks,
Hi DataAnalyzer,
Yes,you can.For example, if you would like to store the destination location of your software, create a registry value whose data is [INSTALLDIR].
Please refer this link:http://helpnet.flexerasoftware.com/installshield23helplib/helplibrary/FAQRegistryWritingProps.htm
Thanks, "
Thanks Jenifer. I may have confused you with my request. I'm not seeking to save a property value in the registry. I have that working.
I want to change the KEY name and make that dependent on a property value. Rather than having a bunch of components with registry settings for different keys, I'd like to have something like this:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER/Software/Company/ProductName/[RELEASE_VERSION]
where each release can set its RELEASE_VERSION value. Is that possible?
Have you tried setting the key name to [RELEASE_VERSION] ? "
I haven't tried that. If that works, that'd be wonderful. Thanks!