[RESOLVED] Writing to %program files%, UAC, Manifests, Windows Styles

[petersen]

As in my case, I can confirm that currently my program (exe approx 8 mb) is being used on different Windows platforms, 32-bit or 64 bit, without any manifest, and without any problem.

So far, users on assorted Windows systems, e.g. XP/Vista/Win7 can install and run all functionalities of the program without a problem. Over the years, there had been exchanges of mail between some users and myself, that is why I can vouch the above-said (in the first place they wouldn't have paid if they could not install and run the program, secondly they would have written to me if they bumped into any problem).

Therefore, it appears to me that if one does not care about the cosmetics aspect (and not intending to intrude into a restricted system area), his/her programs would run as usual without a manifest.

Thank you again. Cheers.

Edited: As far as the installation is concerned, VB's P&D is used, but much modified (e.g. to avail desktop icon, to provide submenu items in Windows program menus).