windows-sys

Expose raw Windows API bindings for Rust developers.

Updated Mar 22, 2026

Search Tags:#documentation #rust #windows #bindings #ffi #win32 #windows-sys

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SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Provide raw Windows API bindings for Rust developers to access Win32 functionality.

Core Features & Use Cases

Access to core Windows APIs (Foundation, System, Networking, Services) via Rust bindings.
Structured crate organization with module layouts and docs to guide integration.
Use Case: Build a Rust application that interacts with Windows registry or creates low-level Windows services using Win32 APIs.

Quick Start

Consult the online docs and examples to begin using Windows API bindings from Rust immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions about windows-sys

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I access raw Windows API bindings in Rust for Win32 system calls?▼

Raw Windows API bindings in Rust expose core types, macros, and module structures for Win32 functionality, providing direct low-level API access across Foundation, IO, Networking, and Services.

What's the best way to interact with the Windows registry from a Rust application?▼

Interacting with the Windows registry from Rust is achieved by using raw Win32 API bindings. These bindings provide documented core types and references to guide the integration of low-level Windows APIs into your application safely.

Can I use Rust FFI to build low-level Windows services via Win32 APIs?▼

Yes, you can use Rust FFI to build low-level Windows services via Win32 APIs. The bindings expose raw Win32 functionality with structured crate organization and documentation to guide the integration of system-level services.

Does the windows-sys crate provide safe Rust wrappers for Windows APIs?▼

The windows-sys crate provides raw Windows API bindings rather than inherently safe wrappers. It exposes core types, macros, and module references to guide developers in integrating Win32 functionality into safe Rust wrappers themselves.

Do I need to understand Rust FFI to use raw Windows API bindings effectively?▼

Yes, understanding Rust FFI is necessary because raw Windows API bindings provide direct low-level system access. The crate offers documented core types and module structures, but developers must implement the safe Rust wrappers.