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4.2
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USTOMIZING EXECUTABLE METADATA
Executable metadata provides external applications such as the Windows shell with information
regarding the application's identity, publisher, version, preferred display icon, and
description. Metadata may be viewed and edited by clicking on the
Properties
tab of the
Settings
pane.
4.2.1
Standard metadata
Standard metadata includes information such as the product title, publisher, description, icon, web
site URL, and version. By default, ZENworks Application Virtualization will apply metadata
inherited from the virtual application startup file to the output virtual application
executable. However, in some instances, it may be desirable to override the metadata.
To manually override executable metadata:
•
Uncheck the
Inherit properties
option
•
Enter the desired metadata in the appropriate fields in the
Properties
area.
To revert to the default inheritance behavior, recheck the
Inherit properties
option.
4.2.2
Custom metadata
In addition to standard Windows shell metadata, ZENworks Application Virtualization allows
introduction of custom metadata into the output executable. Custom metadata may be used by
specialized external executable viewer applications, inventory scanners, and other asset and
licensing management systems.
To add or modify custom metadata:
•
Click the
Custom Metadata...
button. This displays the
Custom Metadata
dialog.
•
Enter the custom metadata property names and values into the dialog. Only string-type
custom metadata values are supported.
For information on programmatically reading custom executable metadata, please consult the
Microsoft Windows Software Development Kit.
