WimExplorer runs as a local web application on your Windows machine. It requires a small number of dependencies, most of which can be installed automatically on first launch.Documentation Index
Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://mintlify.com/KilzaNiko/WimExplorer/llms.txt
Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.
Operating System
WimExplorer supports Windows 7, 10, and 11 (64-bit). It is not supported on macOS or Linux.Dependencies
| Dependency | Required | Auto-installable |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 7, 10, or 11 (x64) | Yes | No |
| Node.js 18 or higher | Yes | Yes — via winget |
7-Zip (7z.exe) | Yes | Yes — via winget |
Both Node.js and 7-Zip can be installed automatically by the WimExplorer launcher if they are not already present on your system. You will be prompted with options when you run
WimExplorer-v1.1.exe for the first time.Node.js
Node.js version 18 or higher is required to run the backend server. If it is not installed when you launch WimExplorer, a dialog will appear with three options:- Yes — Install automatically via
winget(requires internet and administrator permissions) - No — Open the Node.js website for manual installation
- Cancel — Exit without doing anything
7-Zip
7-Zip is required by the WimExplorer UI. If it is not detected on startup, a modal appears and blocks use until you install or configure it. Without 7-Zip, the Size and Date Modified columns in the file table remain blank, and WimExplorer falls back towimlib-imagex dir for listing (no size or date metadata).
See the 7-Zip Setup guide for configuration details, including how to install via winget or point to an existing install.
Disk Space
WimExplorer’s own footprint is minimal. It uses a temporary directory atrecursos/tmp/ to stage files during upload operations. This directory is created automatically and cleaned up after each operation.
Network
No internet connection is required after setup. WimExplorer runs entirely onlocalhost:3000. The launcher opens your default browser automatically when the server starts.
Browser
Any modern browser works — Chrome, Edge, Firefox, or others. The launcher opens your system default browser automatically. You can also navigate tohttp://localhost:3000 in any browser while the app is running.