How to deploy Lightshot with Microsoft Intune

Deploying Lightshot (a screenshot tool) via Microsoft Intune involves packaging the app, configuring deployment settings, and assigning it to users or devices. Here’s how to do it:

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Steps to Deploy Lightshot with Microsoft Intune

Step 1: Download the Lightshot Installer

1. Visit the official Lightshot website and download the appropriate installer (.exe or .msi) for Windows.
   • For Intune, MSI files are recommended as they simplify deployment and management.
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Step 2: Prepare the Application

1. If you downloaded a .exe file, convert it to an .msi file using third-party tools like WinRAR, Advanced Installer, or PSADT (PowerShell App Deployment Toolkit).
   • Command-line example for EXE to MSI wrapping:

     <lightshot-installer>.exe /s
     

     (This varies based on Lightshot’s support for silent installations.)

2. Verify the application supports silent installation by testing deployment manually:
   • Run the command:

     LightshotInstaller.msi /quiet /norestart
     

     • /quiet: Installs the app silently.
     • /norestart: Prevents system restarts during installation.

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Step 3: Add the App to Microsoft Intune

1. Log in to the Microsoft Intune Admin Center (link).
2. Navigate to Apps > All Apps > + Add.
3. Choose App type:
   • Select Windows app (Win32) if using .exe.
   • Select Line-of-business app if using .msi.
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4. Upload the installer file:
   • For .msi, upload the Lightshot .msi installer file directly.
   • For .exe, wrap the file into an Intune .intunewin package using the Microsoft Win32 Content Prep Tool:
     1. Download the Win32 Content Prep Tool.
     2. Run the tool to create a .intunewin file:

        IntuneWinAppUtil.exe -c <source-folder> -s <lightshot-installer>.exe -o <output-folder>
        

     3. Upload the .intunewin file in the Intune portal.
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        In your Output Folder, there should be a new file called setup-lightshot.intunewin. We need this file in Step 2

        
5. Configure app information:
   • Enter the app name (e.g., Lightshot), description, publisher, and version.
   • Upload an app logo (optional).
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6. Configure Program Settings:
   • Install Command:

     LightshotInstaller.msi /quiet /norestart
     

   • Uninstall Command:

     msiexec /x {ProductCode} /quiet /norestart
     

     (Replace {ProductCode} with the actual GUID for Lightshot’s MSI package.)

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Step 4: Assign the App

1. Assign the app to Users or Devices:
   • Required: Automatically installs the app on targeted devices.
   • Available for enrolled devices: Allows users to install the app from the Company Portal.
2. Choose deployment groups:
   • Use Azure AD groups to target specific users or devices.

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Step 5: Monitor Deployment

1. After assigning the app, monitor the deployment status:
   • Go to Apps > Monitor > App Install Status.
   • Check for successful installations or troubleshoot errors.

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Notes

• Silent Install Testing: Always test the silent installation (/quiet) command locally on a test machine before deploying.
• Updates: Configure Lightshot’s auto-update feature if available. Alternatively, redeploy newer versions via Intune when required.
• Uninstall Option: Ensure an uninstall command is defined in Intune for easy removal if needed.

Let me know if you’d like help preparing .intunewin files or troubleshooting issues during deployment!