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The validation suite in InstallShield lets you easily test your installations for Windows 7 compatibility, so you can ensure that your applications are optimized for Microsoft's latest Windows operating system.
In addition, getting your application "Certified for Windows 7" lets end users know that your product takes full advantage of Windows 7 capabilities. InstallShield lets you pre-test your installations against the extensive "Certified for Windows 7" program guidelines before you apply for certification - saving you time and money.
InstallShield's validation suite automatically scans your Basic MSI and InstallScript MSI projects for:
- Compliance with all internal consistency evaluators (ICEs)
- Digital signature of executables and DLLs
- Exclusion of Windows Protected Files
- Approved installation target directory
- ...and many more validation checks
If Windows 7 compatibility issues are identified, InstallShield reports
the specific issue and offers additional information to help you
troubleshoot and get your installation ready for Windows 7 certification in
no time.

