https://github.com/imvickykumar999/py2exe
https://github.com/imvickykumar999/py2exe
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- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/imvickykumar999/py2exe
- Owner: imvickykumar999
- Created: 2021-08-14T11:03:54.000Z (about 4 years ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2024-09-12T12:53:54.000Z (about 1 year ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-01-29T15:26:07.375Z (8 months ago)
- Language: HTML
- Homepage: https://imvickykumar999.herokuapp.com/py2exe
- Size: 28.1 MB
- Stars: 2
- Watchers: 1
- Forks: 1
- Open Issues: 0
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- Readme: README.md
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README
To create a `.msi` (Microsoft Installer) file for your Python executable, you can use a combination of tools to package your Python script into an executable and then generate an `.msi` installer from that executable. Here's a step-by-step guide using **PyInstaller** and **Wix Toolset**:
### 1. Install PyInstaller
PyInstaller bundles your Python application and its dependencies into a single executable file.
1. Open a terminal or command prompt and install PyInstaller:
```bash
pip install pyinstaller
```
2. Navigate to the folder where your Python script is located and use PyInstaller to create an executable:
```bash
pyinstaller --onefile your_script.py
```
This command will create a standalone executable in the `dist` folder. You can check for the `your_script.exe` file there.
### 2. Install Wix Toolset
Wix Toolset is a powerful tool for creating Windows installers, including `.msi` files.
1. Download and install the Wix Toolset from [here](https://wixtoolset.org/).
2. After installing the Wix Toolset, ensure that its binaries (`candle.exe`, `light.exe`, etc.) are accessible via the command prompt. You can add the Wix Toolset to the `PATH` if necessary.
### 3. Create an Installer Script (.wxs file)
1. Create a new `.wxs` file that defines your installer. Below is an example:
```xml
```
- Replace `PUT-GUID-HERE` with actual GUIDs (you can generate them online or use a tool).
- Update the `Source="dist\your_script.exe"` path to match the location of your executable.
- Update other fields like `Product Name`, `Manufacturer`, etc.
### 4. Compile the .wxs file to create the .msi
1. Open a command prompt and navigate to the folder where your `.wxs` file is located.
2. Run the following commands to compile the `.wxs` file:
1. **Compile** the `.wxs` file to a `.wixobj` file:
```bash
candle.exe your_installer.wxs
```
2. **Link** the `.wixobj` file to create an `.msi` file:
```bash
light.exe -out your_installer.msi your_installer.wixobj
```
### 5. Your `.msi` File is Ready
After running the above commands, you'll have an `.msi` installer file that can be used to install your Python executable on Windows systems.
### Notes:
- You can customize the `.wxs` file to include more features, shortcuts, or registry settings.
- Wix Toolset allows you to create more advanced installers if needed, such as multi-feature installers or adding desktop shortcuts.