DotNetResourcesExtract

DotNetResourcesExtract is a small-sized and simple tool that gives you the possibility to extract embedded resource files from .NET applications (DLL and EXE format), such as bitmaps, GIFs or HTML files. It comes to the aid of curious PC users who like to take software packages apart and figure out what makes them tick.

The program is not wrapped in a setup kit but requires .NET Framework installed to work properly. However, it doesn't need other DLLs, modify Windows registry settings or create extra files on the disk without asking for your permission. In order to remove it, you can just delete its directory.

The user-friendly interface is represented by a single window that contains buttons for indicating the application's DLL or EXE resource to investigate using a file browser, as well as the destination folder for storing the extracted resources. Subdirectories may be included or excluded from the scan task.

The extraction job begins as soon as you click the "Start" button. If the task takes too long or if the utility hangs, then you can interrupt it or exit. There are no notification messages or audio alerts implemented by DotNetResourcesExtract for pointing out successful or failed file extraction operations.