System Requirements
KimTools is built for modern Windows Forms development and supports both legacy and current .NET platforms.
Supported Development Environments
KimTools integrates directly with modern Windows Forms development workflows.
| Development Environment | |
|---|---|
| Visual Studio 2022 | Recommended |
| Visual Studio Preview | Supported |
| JetBrains Rider | Supported |
For the best design-time experience, including drag-and-drop controls, designer editors, and toolbox integration, we recommend using the latest version of Visual Studio.
Operating System Requirements
The following operating systems are supported for development.
| Operating System | |
|---|---|
| Windows 11 | Supported |
| Windows 10 | Supported |
| Windows Server 2022 | Supported |
| Windows Server 2019 | Supported |
| Windows Server 2016 | Supported |
Hardware Requirements
The following specifications are recommended for a smooth development experience.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | 1 GHz | Multi-core CPU |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM | 8 GB or more |
| Storage | 500 MB available | SSD with additional workspace |
| Display | 1366 × 768 | Full HD or higher |
Language Support
KimTools fully supports:
- C#
- Visual Basic (VB.NET)
Projects created using either language receive the same runtime capabilities and designer support.
Internet Requirements
An internet connection is recommended for:
- Installing packages from NuGet
- Accessing documentation
- Downloading updates
- License activation
- Accessing templates and additional resources
Once installed, KimTools can be used offline.
Additional Requirements
For the best experience, ensure that:
- NuGet Package Manager is enabled.
- The latest Windows updates are installed.
- Your project targets a supported .NET version.
- Windows Forms Designer is enabled within your IDE.
Recommended Development Environment
Windows 11
Visual Studio 2022 (Latest)
Latest supported .NET release
SSD recommended
8 GB RAM or more
1920 × 1080 or higher