Tichau/FileConverter

Uninstaller don't remove File Converter files even when uninstall is successful

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#396 opened on Mar 10, 2024

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Description

Describe the bug When trying to uninstall File Converter, registry keys are correctly removed, explorer extension is correctly unregistered but files are not removed from install directory.

To Reproduce Steps to reproduce the behavior:

  1. Install File Converter.
  2. Uninstall File Converter.
  3. Notice that files are preset in install folder (C:\Program Files\File Converter)

Expected behavior Install folder should be deleted after successful uninstall.

Screenshots and Logs MSI uninstall logs: vmmsi.log

Desktop (please complete the following information):

  • OS: Windows 11 64bits

Contributor guide

Tech stack
csharp
Domain
desktoptooling
Issue type
bug
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
3
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
1-3 hours
Activity statusHow available the issue appears right now: fresh, active, stale, blocked, or waiting on maintainer input.
fresh
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
clear
Prerequisites
C# basicsWindows Installer basics
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
50
Research direction
Examine the MSI installer logic in the repository, particularly how files are removed during uninstall. Review the attached MSI log for clues about why files persist. Check the installer project files and any custom actions that handle file deletion.