Integrate with Windows
May 30, 2026 · View on GitHub
Windows provides a rich set of platform contracts that let your app participate in shell experiences — from sharing content and surfacing contacts to resuming tasks across devices. This section covers how to integrate with those platform features, including cross-device experiences.
Windows system components
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Feed providers | Integrate into the Windows feeds experience. |
| Microsoft Copilot hardware key providers | Register as the launch app for the Microsoft Copilot hardware key. |
| Search providers | Integrate into the Windows Search experience. |
| Widget providers | Implement a Windows widget service provider to support your app. |
Other integration features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Connected Experiences | Developer documentation for Connected Experiences, covering Share, People, and Resume integrations across Windows surfaces. |
| Smart App Control | Protect users from untrusted or potentially dangerous code using Microsoft's app intelligence services and Windows code integrity features. |