VS2010 How to include files in project, to copy them to build output directory automatically during build or publish

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There is and it is not dependent on post build events.

Add the file to your project, then in the file properties select under “Copy to Output Directory” either “Copy Always” or “Copy if Newer”.

See MSDN.

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