Streamline Office Development with Visual Studio Tools for Office Runtime
Visual Studio Tools for Office Second Edition Runtime enhances productivity for developers creating Office solutions, offering a robust framework but may require deeper learning for some advanced features.
The Runtime includes the Visual Studio 2010 Tools for Office Runtime, which is a prerequisite for using VSTO solutions with Microsoft Office 2003 or later versions. Additionally, the Runtime provides .NET Framework 4 components necessary for running VSTO solutions that target the .NET Framework 4 client profile.
Developers can use VSTO to build custom solutions that enhance the functionality of Microsoft Office, such as creating custom task panes, adding customized ribbon tabs, and more. The VSTO Second Edition Runtime enables these solutions to be installed and run on end-user machines without requiring additional installation of the full Visual Studio toolset.
Users can download and install the Visual Studio Tools for Office Second Edition Runtime from the Microsoft website free of charge.
Overview
Visual Studio Tools per Office Second Edition Runtime is a Shareware software in the category Miscellaneous developed by Microsoft.
The latest version of Visual Studio Tools per Office Second Edition Runtime is 2.0, released on 02/18/2008. It was initially added to our database on 10/29/2007.
Visual Studio Tools per Office Second Edition Runtime runs on the following operating systems: Windows.
Visual Studio Tools per Office Second Edition Runtime has not been rated by our users yet.
Pros
- Provides a set of tools for developing and debugging Office add-ins using Visual Studio
- Supports various Office applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Enables easy integration of custom functionality into Office applications
- Helps in enhancing productivity and efficiency by automating tasks within Office applications
Cons
- Limited compatibility with older versions of Visual Studio
- May require learning curve for developers new to Office add-in development
- Potential for bugs and compatibility issues with different versions of Office applications
FAQ
What is Visual Studio Tools per Office (VSTO)?
Visual Studio Tools per Office (VSTO) is a set of development tools available in the form of a Visual Studio add-in (project templates) and a runtime that allows Microsoft Office 2003 and later versions of Office applications to host the .NET Framework Common Language Runtime (CLR) to expose their functionality via .NET objects.
What is VSTO Second Edition Runtime?
VSTO Second Edition Runtime is a redistributable package for deploying the runtime components of the Microsoft Visual Studio 2005 Tools for Office Second Edition (VSTO 2005 SE).
Which versions of Microsoft Office can be used with VSTO?
VSTO supports Microsoft Office 2003, Microsoft Office 2007, and Microsoft Office 2010. However, some features are only available in certain Office versions.
Is VSTO compatible with Visual Studio Express editions?
No, VSTO is only compatible with Visual Studio Professional and higher editions.
Can VSTO be installed on computers without Visual Studio?
Yes, VSTO can be installed on computers without Visual Studio. The end user would only need to install the redistributable VSTO Second Edition Runtime to run VSTO-based solutions.
Are there any limitations in using VSTO compared to regular Office development?
Yes, there are some limitations in using VSTO. It only supports managed code development while traditional Office development supports both managed and unmanaged code. Additionally, some Office features may not be available in VSTO.
What programming languages does VSTO support?
VSTO supports the use of both Visual Basic .NET and C# as programming languages.
Can VSTO be used to create Office add-ins for Mac?
No, VSTO can only be used to develop Office add-ins for Windows-based applications.
Is VSTO supported in Office 365?
Yes, VSTO is supported in Office 365, but some features may not be available in all Office 365 plans.
Where can I find more information about VSTO?
You can find more information about VSTO, including documentation, samples, and tutorials on the Microsoft Developer Network (MSDN) website.
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