Install Webview2 Powershell Jun 2026

This is the cleanest approach for scripted deployment via PowerShell.

The WebView2 runtime is required to run WebView2 applications. You can install it using the following methods:

You can copy and paste this script directly into your PowerShell console (run as Administrator). install webview2 powershell

: The .EnsureCoreWebView2Async() call might need to be managed differently in PowerShell, as direct .NET method calls can behave unexpectedly. Ensure the CoreWebView2 environment is properly initialized.

# Clean up the installer file Remove-Item -Path $InstallerPath -Force This is the cleanest approach for scripted deployment

$webView2 = New-Object Microsoft.Web.WebView2.WinForms.WebView2 $webView2.Dock = 'Fill' $Form.Controls.Add($webView2)

$webView2.CoreWebView2.Navigate("https://www.bing.com") powershell Microsoft

# Install the WebView2 NuGet package to get required DLLs Install-Package Use code with caution. powershell Microsoft.Web Use code with caution. powershell

Automate the silent installation of the WebView2 Runtime (or fixed version) via PowerShell for deployment across Windows systems.

Here’s a concise report on installing using PowerShell .

: The Evergreen version updates automatically, while the Fixed Version is for apps requiring a specific, unchanging runtime. Method 2: Using the NuGet Package Manager