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Visual C++ Build Tools 2017

Standalone compiler, libraries and scripts.

Version 15.0.26228.20170424 · by Microsoft Corporation

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Official site: blogs.msdn.microsoft.com

About Visual C++ Build Tools 2017

These tools allow you to build C++ libraries and applications targeting Windows desktop.

They are the same tools that you find in Visual Studio 2017 in a scriptable standalone installer.

Now you only need to download the tools you need to build C++ projects.

### Note

This package installs MSBuild and Visual C++ tools. For MSBuild only see [microsoft-build-tools](https://chocolatey.org/packages/microsoft-build-tools) package.

### Package Specific

#### Package Parameters

The following package parameters can be set:

* `/IncludeRequired` - install the MSBuild tools and required VC++ tools

* `/IncludeRecommended` - install the MSBuild tools and recommended (default) VC++ tools

* `/IncludeOptional` - install the MSBuild tools and all of the optional VC++ tools

These parameters can be passed to the installer with the use of `--params`.

For example: `--params "'/IncludeOptional'"`.

How to install Visual C++ Build Tools 2017

  1. Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
  2. Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
  3. Prefer the command line? With Chocolatey you can install and update it with: choco install visual-c-build-tools-2017
  4. Open Visual C++ Build Tools 2017 once it finishes installing.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Visual C++ Build Tools 2017 free to download?

Yes. The Download button sends you to blogs.msdn.microsoft.com, the developer's official site, where Visual C++ Build Tools 2017 is available to download. Grabware doesn't host or modify any files.

What is the latest version of Visual C++ Build Tools 2017?

The version listed here is 15.0.26228.20170424, published /Date(1493. The developer's site always has the newest release.

How do I install Visual C++ Build Tools 2017 from the command line?

With Chocolatey, run: choco install visual-c-build-tools-2017. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.

Is Visual C++ Build Tools 2017 safe?

Visual C++ Build Tools 2017 downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.

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