Pre-Actions
The Pre-Actions section configures actions that run before Installation, Uninstallation, or Repair. When an MSI is added under Main Actions, Master Wrapper reads the shortcut table and automatically adds all executables to Processes to be closed.
Available options
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Progress bar | Displays the PSADT progress bar during the process. |
| Welcome window | Displays a PSADT window that asks the user to close conflicting applications before the process starts. |
| Processes to be closed | Lists the processes to stop before the process starts. Enter the process name without the .exe extension. |
| Countdown time | Number of seconds before the specified processes are closed automatically. This value cannot be greater than the UI timeout configured in Configuration. It only applies when deferral is not allowed or has expired. |
| Force countdown | Shows the countdown timer even when deferrals are still available. |
| Minimize windows | Minimizes other windows when the prompt is displayed. |
| Block execution | Prevents the user from launching the processes listed in Processes to be closed. |
| Allow defer | Adds a button that allows the user to defer the process. |
| Custom prompt | Displays a PSADT prompt with custom text before the process starts. Supported formatting tags are [url], [accent], [bold], and [italic]. |
Example process entry: @{ Name = 'MasterPackager' }