Framework (Windows 10)
Indicates whether the package is a framework package; that is, a package that can be used by other packages. Its value is false by default. You should not specify a value for it unless you are creating a framework.
Element hierarchy
<Package>
<Properties>
<Framework>
Syntax
<Framework>
A boolean value.
</Framework>
Attributes and elements
Attributes
None.
Child elements
None.
Parent Elements
| Parent element | Description |
|---|---|
| Properties | Defines additional metadata about the package including attributes that describe how the package appears to users. |
Note
You may get an error if the manifest elements DisplayName or Description contain characters disallowed by the Windows firewall; namely | and all, due to which Windows fails to create the AppContainer profile for the package. Use this reference for troubleshooting if you get an error.
Remarks
A package marked as a framework package cannot declare dependencies on other packages.
A framework package cannot define the Applications or Capabilities node.
Requirements
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Namespace | http://schemas.microsoft.com/appx/manifest/foundation/windows10 |