Download the API Portability Analyzer as a console app or install the extension for Visual Studio 2017/2019 (note: it is not supported in Visual Studio 2022 and later).
A newer UI-driven tool specifically for binary analysis that offers color-coded dependency graphs (gray for safe, yellow for warnings, red for errors). How to Use the .NET Portability Analyzer portability analyzer new
If you prefer the classic Portability Analyzer Console App , here is how to get started: Download the API Portability Analyzer as a console
Set your target platforms (e.g., .NET 8.0) in the tool settings. Run Analysis: Run Analysis: The New Era of Code Portability:
The New Era of Code Portability: Mastering the .NET Portability Analyzer
While many developers still search for the "new Portability Analyzer," it is important to note that the standalone tool's backend service has been deprecated. For a modern, supported experience, Microsoft recommends the following alternatives:
