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Templates (Standard 8)

7/8/2014

Review the templates available for Windows Embedded 8 Standard (Standard 8).

To quickly start an image for a type of device, you can choose a template in Image Builder Wizard (IBW). A template provides a starting point for a type of device. It has dependencies on modules that provide all that is needed for the OS to support a particular scenario, including the modules, drivers, and programs.

The following list shows examples of templates:

  • Thin Client Template includes the most common features required for thin client devices.
  • Retail Template enables you to quickly create Point of Service (POS) devices for retail businesses to use when processing transactions.
  • Digital Signage Template enables companies to advertise using digital signs and connect with customers through engaging multimedia experiences.

See Also

Tasks

Use a Template to Build an Image in Image Builder Wizard

Concepts

Inside Standard 8

Other Resources

Templates Technical Reference