WUHB files can include more than an executable. They can also have assets, metadata, instructions, images and other data like a splash screen, icon, and metadata listing the app's author and version. ...
WUHB files can include more than an executable. They can also have assets, metadata, instructions, images and other data like a splash screen, icon, and metadata listing the app’s author and version. Homebrew developers can create WUHB files using the wut tool.
RetroArch currently can’t run in Aroma as, while Aroma supports RPX apps, RetroArch stays on a black screen when loading. Updating to the Aroma-friendly WUHB format would allow RetroArch to load properly on the system, with their boot logo, icon, and message.
WUHB Packager is a graphical tool to package homebrew files for Aroma. It relies on wuhbtool but provides an easier way than the command line for some. Link: https://github.com/NoahAbc12345/WUHB-Packager/
If using the Aroma beta, a .wuhb file can launch an app directly instead of using HBL. Place a mp3 named background.mp3 in sd:/wiiu/apps/appstore/ or sd:/switch/appstore/ for custom music.
Web browsers can download Homebrew App Store files from apps.fortheusers.org. Source code: hbas-frontend.
A file extension is a sequence of symbols after a filename, providing information on the data type. For example file.avi has extension .avi indicating it is a video file.
WUHB Packager provides a graphical way versus command line to package homebrew files for Aroma. It relies on wuhbtool to function but can be simpler for some users.
WUHB allows bundling an executable with assets, data and metadata in a single file, simplifying distribution and install. A WUHB can hold up to 4GiB of additional accessible files.