Files and directories to be installed

The following table lists properties you define when you add files and directories to install.
Table 1. Properties you define when you add files and directories
Property Description
Local name The local name of the file or directory to be installed. Choose Browse to select a file from the Open dialog box.

You can have multiple operating-system-specific files to install. See Local paths for files for multiple operating systems for more information.
Target directory The directory in which the file or directory is installed.

See Specify a target directory for more information.
Target operating system The operating system on which to install the file or directory.
Component The component, subcomponent, or shared component to which the file or directory is assigned.

See Assigning to components for more information about assigning to components.
Icon options Whether the file has an associated icon and information about that icon. The icon appears in the program group. Icons are typically used for applications, readme files, or help files; modules do not require icons. The default is no icon.

InstallShield 5.1 does not support deleting files and directories, file copy options, or file sharing options.