Intune Deployment Guide
IntuneWinAppUtil tool explained
Overview
IntuneWinAppUtil.exe is the Microsoft Win32 Content Prep Tool used to wrap Windows installer files into the .intunewin package format.
The tool takes an input folder, a setup file, and an output folder, then produces a package that can be uploaded as a Win32 app.
What the tool does
The tool packages the installer and supporting files. It does not make a silent install command for you, and it does not validate whether the app installs successfully.
Why folder structure matters
The setup file must be inside the source folder. Include only the files required for that app so the package stays predictable and easy to troubleshoot.
How the flow works
01Input folderPlace app files
02Setup fileSelect installer
03Output folderChoose destination
04PackageGenerate .intunewin
Intune UI examples
These compact mockups show the Intune settings that matter for this topic.
D:\Intune\Input
setup.exe
D:\Intune\Output
IntuneWinAppUtil.exe -c D:\Intune\Input -s setup.exe -o D:\Intune\Output
No
setup.intunewin
Contains installer and support files
Empty or ready for package
In source folder
setup.intunewin
App package file
App information
Practical reference
| Area | What to check |
|---|---|
| -c | Source folder that contains setup file and dependencies |
| -s | Setup file name inside the source folder |
| -o | Output folder for the .intunewin package |
| Result | Upload the .intunewin file to Intune |
Quick checklist
- Keep one app per source folder.
- Make sure the setup file is inside the input folder.
- Test install and uninstall commands separately after packaging.
Troubleshooting checks
| Issue | What to check |
|---|---|
| Tool cannot find setup file | Check the -s file name and source folder. |
| Package contains too much | Remove unrelated files from the input folder. |
| Upload succeeds but install fails | Review commands, not just packaging. |
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