Steps to Use WebView2
Necessary Requirements before implementing
- You should have installed Visual Studio, if not Download Visual Studio: https://visualstudio.microsoft.com/downloads/
- WebView2 works with both .NET Framework and .NET Core projects. Ensure you have the appropriate version installed for your project type.
Step 1: Create a new project:
- Open Visual Studio and choose to create a new project.
- Select either a WPF App (.NET Framework) or a Windows Forms App (.NET Core) depending on your preference.
- Give your project a name and location and click Create.
Step 2: Install the WebView2 SDK:
- Utilize the NuGet Package Manager in Visual Studio to incorporate the WebView2 SDK into your project.
- In the Solution Explorer, right-click on your project and choose Manage NuGet Packages.
- Within the NuGet Package Manager window, navigate to the Browse tab and look for Microsoft.Web.WebView2.
- Press on Install beside the Microsoft.Web.WebView2 package.
- Agree to the default version and proceed with the installation.
Step 3: Add a WebView2 control
- Once you have installed the WebView2 SDK, you can easily incorporate the WebView2 control into your application’s user interface.
- Locate the WebView2 control in the toolbox window of Visual Studio, which is typically positioned on the right side.It may be found under the Common or Experimental section, depending on the version of Visual Studio you are using.
- Simply drag and drop the WebView2 control onto the design surface of your main form, which is the window where your application will be shown.
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Step 4: Handle navigation :
You have the choice to include additional features such as navigation buttons (back, forward, refresh) in your application. WebView2 offers events and methods to interact with the displayed web content.
Step 5: Build and run:
- Once you have included the WebView2 control and added any extra features, you are ready to develop and test your application. Remember to save your project by pressing Ctrl+Shift+S.
- To start debugging and run the application, press F5.The WebView2 control will appear blank initially.
Step 6: Navigate to a website:
To show a website in the WebView2 control, you must utilize its navigation techniques in your code. The exact code will vary based on the programming language you are using (C# for WPF or WinForms).
What is WebView2 in Microsoft Edge Browser?
WebView2, created by Microsoft, is a web browser tool that uses the Chromium engine from Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge. It lets developers easily add web content (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) to their apps, perfect for making hybrid apps that mix web tech with native features.
Table of Content
- What is WebView2?
- Why Do We Need WebView2?
- Benefits of WebView2
- When to Use?
- Steps to Use WebView2
- Simple WPF Application with WebView2
- Conclusion