ShellExec

ShellExec 1.5.1

A Windows GUI program to exercise the ShellExecute/ShellExecuteEx APIs. The UI lets you choose many of the parameters to the API calls, and then executes the API. It lets you easily test how an applic

  • By David Lowndes
  • Free
  • Portable
  • Updated Dec 15, 2023
Download for Windows

About ShellExec

A Windows GUI program to exercise the ShellExecute/ShellExecuteEx APIs. The UI lets you choose many of the parameters to the API calls, and then executes the API. It lets you easily test how an application behaves with different verbs.

Technical details

PublisherDavid Lowndes
Version1.5.1
Release date2023-12-15
LicenseNone stated (Freeware)
Installer typezip
Architecturex64
Package IDDavidLowndes.ShellExec

Install ShellExec from the command line

Install with Windows Package Manager
winget install --id=DavidLowndes.ShellExec -e
Update to the latest version
winget upgrade --id=DavidLowndes.ShellExec -e
Uninstall
winget uninstall --id=DavidLowndes.ShellExec -e

Install ShellExec together with other apps in one command »

shellexecuteexapishell-execute-ex-apishellexecuteapishell-execute-api

Frequently asked questions

Is ShellExec free?

Yes, ShellExec is free to download and use on Windows.

What is the latest version of ShellExec?

The latest version is 1.5.1, released on Dec 15, 2023.

Is it safe to download ShellExec?

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 fde0d6a8544892d5988d7c61858067aaaf5ea0266b948af57afd642866a37f45.

Which Windows versions does ShellExec support?

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

How do I uninstall ShellExec?

Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find ShellExec and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=DavidLowndes.ShellExec -e.

Is there a portable version of ShellExec?

Yes. ShellExec is available as a portable ZIP archive (ShellExec.zip, 64-bit (x64)) that runs without installation. Copy it to any folder or USB drive and run it from there.