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get the installation directory in c#

I have xml file that after my application installation will located in the installation dir. i need the application to reed this file. how do i get the installation dir where the user install it in order to read this file. or is a better way to do it.

Solution

  • Assuming the assembly in which this code lies is installed to the same directory:

    Path.GetDirectoryName(Assembly.GetExecutingAssembly().Location)