Include dependent dlls to SharePoint Solution Package

Steps to Include the Dependent dll’s to the Solution Package: 

1.      Open the Packages from the Solution explorer.

2.      Click the Advanced tab in the Packages sections.

3.      Click on Add à Add Existing Assembly.

4.      Select the dll to the deployed with the solution.

5.      Choose appropriate option in Deployment Target

·         GAC Deployment

·         WebApplication

6.      Add the Safe control entries if required.

7.      Click Ok to save the changes.

8.      Now the selected dll is included with the Solution and will be deployed into the GAC everytime when the solution is deployed.