WebView2
WebView2 is a Microsoft framework that allows developers to embed web content (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) into native Windows applications using the Chromium-based Edge browser engine. It provides a control for rendering web pages within desktop apps, enabling hybrid development that combines web technologies with native Windows features. This tool supports modern web standards and offers APIs for communication between web and native code.
Developers should use WebView2 when building Windows desktop applications that need to display web content, create hybrid apps with web UIs, or leverage web technologies for parts of the interface while maintaining native performance and integration. It is ideal for scenarios like embedding web-based dashboards, using web frameworks for UI components, or modernizing legacy apps with web views, as it replaces older technologies like WebBrowser control and ensures compatibility with the latest Edge updates.