how to change dll directory in C# project

Question

I used a dll in my C# project that its Directory is exactly in same location of exe file. so when I install my project, the dll file will be locate in exe Directory.

is there any way that I change dll Directory? for example the dll file locate in this: bin\DLLs. I dont want that user know about my dll easily.

<runtime>
  <assemblyBinding xmlns="urn:schemas-microsoft-com:asm.v1">
    <probing privatePath="bin\DLLs" />
  </assemblyBinding>
</runtime>

Thanks.

[stackoverflow: set custom dll path][1] [1]: http://stackoverflow.com/questions/1892492/c-sharp-set-custom-path-to-referenced-dlls — user3840692, Jul 17 '14 at 06:06
@user3840692 I tested that solution but didnt work. do u know why? I edit my question. — Elahe, Jul 17 '14 at 06:54

score 2 · Answer 1 · answered Jul 17 '14 at 06:06

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You can install your dll's in GAC to "hide them". But it won't hide them from a skilled user.

answered Jul 17 '14 at 06:06

Robert

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Can u explain more? I don't know about GAC – Elahe Jul 17 '14 at 06:07

score 0 · Accepted Answer · answered Jul 24 '14 at 03:35

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I wanted to change dll directory that users cant see them. So I try to load DLL from Embedded Resource. its a good idea that workes for me.

by this way, you can change your exe file with out any related dll.

see here for more detailes

answered Jul 24 '14 at 03:35

Elahe

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how to change dll directory in C# project

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