Execute a Metro Style App from C++ code

Question

Hello guys,

I'm developing an application using MFC for Windows 8 deskotp environment. In a part of it I need to call a Metro Style App from the code, and more especifically, open a link to a Metro App (for Example "Remote Desktop Connection.lnk" or "Store.lnk").

I couldn't make it work with ShellExecute. What's the best way to do it?

Thanks in advance,

Joao Paulo Leite

Answer 1

Not sure you can do this. According to this thread, the only way to make a desktop app communicate with a metro app (on the same PC) is to use a WCF web service! :o

You can also have a look at this thread. You can use ShellExecute to open a document. If the document type is associated to a Metro app, then ShellExecute will open a Metro app.

Otherwise, if you are writing a desktop debugger which must run Metro apps, then you can use IApplicationActivationManager interface.

Answer 2

Pierre Morel-Fourrier,

I'll try to follow your tips. If it works I'll come back here soon.

Thanks!