InstallShield 2026 R1 Now Available:

We are thrilled to announce the availability of InstallShield 2026 R1, now ready for download on the Product and License Center.

As the leading pan-Asian distributor for Revenera solutions, LOGON Software Asia is proud to bring you the latest evolution of the industry standard for creating high-quality Windows installers and MSIX packages.

InstallShield 2026 R1 is packed with powerful new features and enhancements designed to help you deliver modern, secure, and reliable software installations with unprecedented speed.

Here is a breakdown of what’s new:

Key New Features

1. Modern Windows Native Installer Experience
Deliver a modern, Windows-native UI without reworking your installer logic. InstallShield 2026 now supports WinUI 3-based wizard pages. This allows you to build a contemporary installer experience with options for frameless windows and visual styles like Mica and Acrylic. This feature is exclusively available in the Premier Edition.

2. Ship MSIX with Confidence
The Package Support Framework (PSF) capabilities for MSIX have been significantly expanded. You can now:

• Run PowerShell scripts at runtime to perform application customization and compatibility actions without source code changes.
• Pass command-line arguments to your packaged application at launch—a functionality not natively supported by MSIX entry points.

3. Enhanced Security with MFA Enabled SQL Connections
Security is paramount. InstallShield now supports Microsoft Entra ID authentication (formerly Azure Active Directory) for SQL Server connections. This also includes the ability to define custom SQL connection strings, allowing for flexible and secure database connectivity during installation.

Enhancements & Fixes

More Power for Automated Builds:
New command-line parameters for ISCmdBld.exe now allow for the configuration of custom digital signing tools, perfect for streamlined CI/CD pipelines.

New Runtime Support:
Stay current with support for Windows 11, version 25H2, and new prerequisites including the Microsoft .NET Core 10.0 Runtime and Microsoft SQL Server 2025 Redistributable.

Better Suite Control:
A new InstallScript function, SuiteGetGuid, allows for programmatic retrieval of the Suite GUID value during installation.

Why Choose InstallShield?

InstallShield is the industry standard for authoring high-quality Windows Installer, InstallScript–based installations, and MSIX packages. With over 100,000 application producers relying on it, InstallShield ensures you adapt to industry changes quickly, get to market faster, and deliver an engaging customer experience.

LOGON Software Asia is your local expert partner for Revenera solutions. We offer comprehensive support, licensing advice, and best-practices training to help you maximize your investment in InstallShield.

Contact LOGON Software Asia Today to discuss how InstallShield 2026 can help you build better software installations.