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Desktop development on Windows involves creating applications that run natively on the operating system, often using frameworks like WPF and WinForms. Recent updates in .NET 9 bring major upgrades to these frameworks, enhancing functionality and modern aesthetics. Developers can also leverage the Windows Runtime (WinRT) for building apps that work across Windows devices, with C++/WinRT providing a modern C++ projection for accessing WinRT APIs. Additionally, desktop development includes customizing taskbar features like jump lists, which can be implemented programmatically to improve user experience. These topics cover key aspects of building and enhancing desktop applications for Windows.
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    .NET 9 Unveils Major Upgrades for WPF and WinForms at .NET Conf 2024

    Microsoft is gearing up for a significant milestone in desktop application development with the impending release of .NET 9 during the annual .NET Conf in 2024. Scheduled to launch on November 11, this upgrade brings a host of enhancements to the widely used Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF)...
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    Windows 7 How to enable jump list from icon on the taskbar by drag n' drop?

    Hi all, I found that if I "drag n' drop" IE or WMP icon on the taskbar, Their icon can still have "Customerized" jump list (ex. "Play all music" for WMP), no need to launch IE/WMP first. But I try the jump list sameple code from Win7 SDK, it can't do this. "Customerized" Jump list of Win7 SDK...
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    • bug report customization desktop development drag and drop feature request internet explorer jump lists media player pinning applications programming sdk software development taskbar tech support user experience user interface windows 7
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