Once registered, the download for the DevExpressUniversalTrial-202x.x.exe (the version number will vary) will begin. Step 2: Running the Installation Wizard
The installer is named something similar to DevExpressUniversalTrialSetup.exe , containing the complete product lineup. If you only need .NET-specific components, look for DevExpressNETComponentsSetup.exe , which has a smaller footprint.
Ensure you have Visual Studio 2022 installed (Community, Professional, or Enterprise). DevExpress supports older versions, but 2022 is recommended.
To ensure a smooth installation, verify that your development environment meets the minimum criteria. Operating System Windows 10 (64-bit) or Windows 11 Compatible IDEs Visual Studio 2019 (Latest updates) Visual Studio 2022 (Recommended) .NET Runtimes .NET Framework 4.5.2 or higher .NET 6, .NET 7, or .NET 8+ Step 3: Running the DevExpress Universal Setup
Visit the DevExpress Download Manager . Select the and download the executable file (usually named DevExpressComponentsBundle-2x.x.x.exe ). Step 2: Launch the Setup
: A previous trial version left registry entries. Fix : Uninstall all DevExpress components, run a registry cleaner (CCleaner or manual removal of HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\DevExpress ), then reinstall.
In the Template Gallery wizard, select your platform (e.g., or WinForms ).
You can download the directly from the DevExpress Free Trial page .
Visual Studio 2022 (Community, Professional, or Enterprise). Frameworks: .NET 6, .NET 8, or .NET 9 SDKs installed. Privileges: Administrator access on your local machine. 3. Step-by-Step DevExpress Universal Trial Setup