Select this if you own a license. You will be prompted to input your registered email address and password to activate the product over a secure internet connection. Step 3: Select Products and Frameworks
If you already own a DevExpress subscription, follow these steps: Log in to your account at DevExpress.com . Navigate to the section. Select your product (e.g., Universal Subscription).
Before executing the installer, verify that your development machine meets these baseline specifications to ensure absolute compatibility: Minimum Requirement Recommended Specification Windows 8.1 (64-bit) Windows 10 or Windows 11 (64-bit) Visual Studio Visual Studio 2015 Visual Studio 2019 or Visual Studio 2022 Frameworks .NET Framework 4.5.2+, .NET Core 3.1 .NET Framework 4.8, .NET 5, .NET 6 Processor Dual-Core 2.0 GHz Quad-Core 3.0 GHz or faster Memory (RAM) 8 GB or higher Step-by-Step Installation Process
DevExpress 21.1 requires a valid license key.
DevExpress v21.1, released in late May 2021, represents a significant milestone for the company, introducing numerous enhancements across its entire product line. Whether you are a registered user looking to upgrade or a new developer evaluating the components, this guide provides a comprehensive overview of downloading, installing, and getting started with DevExpress v21.1.
The most significant minor update addressed numerous bug fixes across all platforms:
Many enterprises freeze their toolchain during critical development cycles. If your project was built on DevExpress 21.1, upgrading to a newer major version (e.g., 23.2 or 24.1) may introduce breaking changes or require extensive regression testing. Sticking with 21.1 ensures a stable environment.
The complete DevExpress Universal installation requires approximately 3 GB of free disk space. Individual component installations require less space depending on your selected product suite. A minimum of 128 MB of RAM is required, though 4 GB or more is recommended for optimal performance when working with large solutions or complex visual designers.
DevExpress v21.1 was a licensed product. In 2021, a for a single developer could be purchased. This meant you paid once and could use that specific version forever.
Official licenses grant direct access to DevExpress support engineers, who offer quick resolutions to complex UI framework challenges.
Ensure the public Documents folder has its default value: C:\Users\Public\Documents . The installer expects standard Windows directory structures.
