Net Framework 4.0 Targeting Pack -

If you have the choice, target .NET Framework 4.7.2 or 4.8. They are much easier to install. But if you are stuck in 4.0, save this blog post, bookmark the SDK download, and know that you are not alone.

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dir "C:\Program Files (x86)\Reference Assemblies\Microsoft\Framework\.NETFramework\" If you see v4.0 , you are good. If not, reinstall the SDK. Modern NuGet (v6+) sometimes refuses to restore packages for net40 . You need to add this to your nuget.config : If you have the choice, target

But what exactly is it? Why does it still matter in 2024? And how do you install it when Microsoft’s official links seem to lead to 404 errors? If you have the choice