how to deploye C# windows form application develop

Question

I have developed an application in Microsoft Visual Studio 2013. .Net framework 4.5. DBMS i used is sql server 2012 express and for reporting is used Crystal report 13

I want to Create a setup file which can install .net framework, sql server and crystal report on client computer. This setup should be offline and silent.

I used click once but it is not working when i choose "Download file same as my application location". I meant offline setup is not working with click once. Second there is no option to select at which location i need to install software.

I know there is other questions posted same as like this. But i need specific help in above described condition.

Please describe how can i create this type single and standalone setup file for deployment of my project

Answer 1

I also recently developed an application in C# with Crystal Reports 13 that installs pre-requisites such as .NET Framework 4.5 if needed. I used Advanced Installer.

You can also download and use the InstallShield Template. Follow this article.

Edit. For Advanced installer, you will be adding a prerequisite for SAP Crystal Reports Runtime Engine for the appropriate version.

See this.