A simple solution to compile exe & sign it into MSIX format for MS Store submission
A streamlined GUI tool to package Python applications (and other executables) into MSIX packages ready for the Microsoft Store or sideloading.
If you have a Python script or executable, you are 90% of the way to the Microsoft Store. Py2MSIX bridges that final 10% gap. It wraps your code into a compliant MSIX package, handles the manifest creation, and even signs it for you—all from a simple dashboard.
- Visual Manifest Editor: Forget about hand-editing AppxManifest.xml. Input your Publisher Name, Version, and Identity in a clean GUI.
- One-Click Packaging: Instantly converts your Python .exe or entire project directories (great for PyInstaller --onedir builds) into a deployable .msix.
- Smart Asset Generator: Upload a single high-quality logo, and the app automatically resizes it to the required Store formats (44x44, 150x150, and Store Logo).
- Live Diagnostics: View real-time build logs to troubleshoot MakeAppx or SignTool errors instantly without leaving the app.
🆚 Comparison Table (The "Why")
| Feature | Manual CLI Method | Py2MSIX |
|---|---|---|
| Manifest Creation | Hand-edit complex XML files | Visual Form Fill |
| Image Handling | Manually resize & rename 3+ PNGs | Auto-Resize from 1 Image |
| Learning Curve | High (Requires Docs & Syntax) | Zero |
🤝 Contributing Found a bug? Open an Issue. Want a feature? Vote on existing issues or create a PR!