Microsoft Visual Studio Tools for Applications 17.0.33617
Microsoft – 10.7MB – Shareware – Windowsout of 5 votes
Streamline Development with Microsoft Visual Studio Tools for Applications
Microsoft Visual Studio Tools for Applications provides developers with a powerful integrated development environment for creating custom applications and extensions.
Microsoft Visual Studio Tools for Applications, commonly known as VSTA, is a set of tools and framework that allows users to customize and extend scripting capabilities in various Microsoft products.
VSTA offers a familiar Visual Studio development environment for creating custom code in applications like Microsoft Office, SQL Server, Dynamics 365, and SharePoint. Developers and power-users can create macros, add-ins, and extensions in multiple programming languages such as C#, VB.NET, F#, and JavaScript.
The framework includes components like the VSTA runtime, an object model that enables interaction with the hosting application, deployment and debugging tools as well as a security model and user interface elements.
With VSTA developers can automate repetitive tasks, integrate external systems or services, improve program performance and design custom business logic or data processing.
- VSTA supports multiple programming languages like C#, VB.NET, F#, and JavaScript
- It offers a familiar Visual Studio development environment
- Developers can create macros, add-ins, and extensions for various Microsoft products like Office, SQL Server, Dynamics 365 or SharePoint
- VSTA allows users to automate repetitive tasks and improve program performance
As a powerful tool for application customization and automation VSTA empowers users with greater flexibility, time-saving improvements as well as better control over their software environment.
Overview
Microsoft Visual Studio Tools for Applications is a Shareware software in the category Development developed by Microsoft.
The users of our client application UpdateStar have checked Microsoft Visual Studio Tools for Applications for updates 14,891 times during the last month.
The latest version of Microsoft Visual Studio Tools for Applications is 17.0.33617, released on 05/30/2024. It was initially added to our database on 10/29/2007. The most prevalent version is 16.0.28801, which is used by 34% of all installations.
Microsoft Visual Studio Tools for Applications runs on the following operating systems: Windows. The download file has a size of 10.7MB.
Users of Microsoft Visual Studio Tools for Applications gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
Pros
- Integration with Microsoft Visual Studio IDE allows for a familiar development environment
- Support for multiple programming languages including C#, VB.NET, and F#
- Ability to create custom scripts and automation tasks within various Microsoft Office applications
- Robust debugging capabilities to troubleshoot scripts and workflows
- Extensive documentation and community support for learning and troubleshooting
Cons
- May have a steep learning curve for beginners
- Restricted to integration with Microsoft Office applications, limiting its scope of use
- Requires a license for access to full range of features and support
FAQ
What is VSTA?
VSTA is a development environment that enables users to create custom extensions for Microsoft applications such as Excel, Word, and Outlook.
What programming languages does VSTA support?
VSTA supports several programming languages including C#, VB.NET, and F#.
How can I install VSTA?
VSTA can be installed as part of the Microsoft Office development tools package available from the Microsoft website.
Can VSTA be used to create macros?
Yes, VSTA can be used to create macros for Microsoft Office applications.
Can VSTA be used to create add-ins?
Yes, VSTA can be used to create add-ins for Microsoft Office applications as well as other Microsoft applications such as Microsoft Dynamics NAV.
Does VSTA support debugging?
Yes, VSTA supports debugging of custom extensions created using the environment.
Is VSTA available for Mac OS?
No, VSTA is only available for Windows operating systems.
What is the difference between VSTA and VSTO?
VSTA is a tool for creating custom extensions for Microsoft applications, while VSTO is a set of tools for developing add-ins for Microsoft Office applications.
Is VSTA a free tool?
Yes, VSTA is available for free as long as you have a licensed version of Microsoft Office or Microsoft Dynamics NAV.
David Fischer
I am a technology writer for UpdateStar, covering software, security, and privacy as well as research and innovation in information security. I worked as an editor for German computer magazines for more than a decade before joining the UpdateStar team. With over a decade of editorial experience in the tech industry, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my current role at UpdateStar. At UpdateStar, I focus on the critical areas of software, security, and privacy, ensuring our readers stay informed about the latest developments and best practices.
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