how to make setup file containing a delphi exe and some other files

Question

I have written a utility in delphi 5 professional which requires the some files while executing. I want to make a setup file which installs my utility program along with the other required files.

Answer 1

You can use InnoSetup to create professional installers here is the download link... http://www.jrsoftware.org/isinfo.php

Answer 2

I'd go with InnoSetup any time if using Microsoft Windows Installer is not a requirement. If you would like to use MSI, then I'd recomment diving into Windows Installer XML , which is relatively easy to use for simple setups.

Answer 3

Delphi 5 came with InstallShield Express that is useful for simple setups (and IIRC could also install the BDE...) and is simple to use - if you have a "legal" copy you should find it easily on the installation CD (it should also be offered by the installation app autoruns launches).

Answer 4

As Inno Setup received many votes I would like to mention that it exists Embarcadero RAD Studio expert which integrates Inno Setup directly in this IDE called RAD & Installer : http://rad-installer.com/