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bodymovin
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August 25, 2015
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How can I create an extension installer?

  • August 25, 2015
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I uploaded a ZXP extension for After Effects to Adobe Exchange and I got this message:

"After Effects doesn't support ZXP file installations which is why you are receiving the error during upload. You would have to submit a non-ZXP installer file instead. To change file type you should delete this product and resubmit a new product uploading an installer file."

What type of installer should I upload and how can I create one?

I can't find a link explaining how to do this.


thanks!


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Dave_LaRonde
Dave_LaRonde
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August 25, 2015

Just extract the file within before you try to upload it, and try again.

Yeah, it's weird that Adobe doesn't like a file compressed in an Adobe compression scheme, but there it is.

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bodymovinAuthor
Participating Frequently
August 25, 2015

My zxp is composed by many files because it's a hybrid CEP extension.

I think I need to package it some way else.

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Arie Stavchansky
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August 27, 2015

For Windows, you can use the freely available Inno Setup.  For OSX, you should use the freely available Packages app.  They both have a bit of a learning curve, but it's worth it if you want a truly seamless experiences for your users.  You don't necessarily need to script anything when you use Packages, but for InnoSetup you'll need to reference their documentation.

—Arie

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