Axe.Windows

Axe.Windows 2.4.2

A tool for running automated accessibility tests on Windows applications.

  • By Microsoft
  • Open Source
  • Updated Nov 1, 2024
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About Axe.Windows

A tool for running automated accessibility tests on Windows applications.

Technical details

PublisherMicrosoft
Version2.4.2
Release date2024-11-01
LicenseMIT
Installer typemsi
Architecturex64
Package IDMicrosoft.AxeWindows
Admin rightsRequired
DependenciesMicrosoft.DotNet.Runtime.6

Install Axe.Windows from the command line

Install with Windows Package Manager
winget install --id=Microsoft.AxeWindows -e
Update to the latest version
winget upgrade --id=Microsoft.AxeWindows -e
Uninstall
winget uninstall --id=Microsoft.AxeWindows -e
Silent install with the offline installer
msiexec /i "AxeWindowsCLI-2.4.2.msi" /quiet /norestart
Uninstall the MSI package
msiexec /x {AD240F79-9C35-4259-BF81-A467338D98A5} /quiet

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Frequently asked questions

Is Axe.Windows free?

Yes. Axe.Windows is free and open-source software released under the MIT license.

What is the latest version of Axe.Windows?

The latest version is 2.4.2, released on Nov 1, 2024.

Is it safe to download Axe.Windows?

The download button links to the official installer published on github.com, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with 101531b1e6255c1048dba2ebc9f0fdff9a76f579103546f7b35ba25b143a5ba0.

Which Windows versions does Axe.Windows support?

Axe.Windows runs on Windows and is available for 64-bit (x64) systems.

How do I install Axe.Windows silently?

Run the offline installer with msiexec /i "AxeWindowsCLI-2.4.2.msi" /quiet /norestart, or install it with Windows Package Manager: winget install --id=Microsoft.AxeWindows -e --silent.

How do I uninstall Axe.Windows?

Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find Axe.Windows and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=Microsoft.AxeWindows -e.