How to load any XAP file with the Windows Phone 7 emulator

Question

Does anyone know if it is possible to load a windows phone 7 XAP file into the emulator without the solution or source files? In other words, can I send somebody just a XAP file

Answer 1

Yes, you can deploy the XAP file for WP7 or WP8 in emulator without having the source file!! Please follow the steps:

1. Go to the folder- "C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft SDKs\Windows Phone\v8.0\Tools\XAP Deployment" and run the .exe file.
2. Now you will found a Application Deployment window. Select target device. Load the XAP file. Click 'Deploy' button.
3. Emulator will be opened automatically and finally you are ready to run the app from the Emulator.