Evergreen Webview2 Info

: Microsoft recommends developers test their apps against Edge preview channels (Canary, Dev, or Beta) to ensure future runtime updates don't break existing functionality.

You should not ask the user to manually install WebView2. Instead, "chain" the installer to your application's setup. evergreen webview2

: Always check if the WebView2 Runtime is installed before your app starts. If missing, use the Evergreen Bootstrapper to install it silently. Forward Compatibility : Microsoft recommends developers test their apps against

Evergreen WebView2 Runtime is a distribution mode for the Microsoft Edge WebView2 : Always check if the WebView2 Runtime is

: Since the runtime is shared across all WebView2-powered apps on a system, it consumes significantly less space than the "Fixed Version" model. Optimal Performance

: Applications automatically receive the latest security improvements without requiring the developer to release a new version of the app.

While rare, automatic updates can occasionally cause issues. Developers are encouraged to test their apps against Microsoft Edge Preview channels (Beta, Dev, or Canary) to catch upcoming changes. ⚠️ Common Hurdles