MSIX is a Windows program that provides instruments for converting and repackaging various apps to the MSIX format. Additionally, there is a command line interface with advanced customization options.

About MSIX format

This modern packaging standard allows users to install and uninstall software products more quickly and reliably compared to traditional executables. There is support for sideloading and dynamic app attachment. The provided tool is intended for automatically generating MSIX installation files. Alternatively, it is possible to create similar packages using InstallShield.

Conversion

After starting the utility you are instructed to click the Add button and select the EXE installer for the target application. The distribution file will be automatically converted to an MSIX package.

Benefits

Resulting items are digitally signed and can be verified before installation for additional security. They are running separately from the underlying operating system, which helps to reduce the amount of potential errors and conflicts.

Users are able to deploy MSIX packages via Microsoft Store, Windows Admin Center or a group policy. This is helpful for quickly installing new products to multiple machines in a local network.

Features

free to download and use;
offers you instruments for repackaging standard EXE files to the modern MSIX format;
resulting items can be deployed using various distribution methods;
it is possible to digitally sign MSIX packages to prevent unauthorized changes;
compatible with modern versions of Windows.