BAT to EXE Frequently Asked Questions   

 

 

 

Will my batch file need any modifications before converting to EXE?

 

    Advanced BAT to EXE Converter is the only compiler that will compile your batch file script and not need any modifications for all complex tasks. This is one of the main reasons you should chose Advanced BAT to EXE Converter. Windows treats EXE differently from batch files with some security features. Your batch file working correctly as an EXE is only because of the work that happens "under the hood". Other solutions would require modification of some commands using conditional IF statements within your bat file so they operate correctly on all systems and configurations when converted to EXE.

 

 

Why should I use Advanced BAT to EXE Converter?

 

    Advanced BAT to EXE Converter is the first and only compiler that will work for all complex batch files without the need to make specific changes to your script based on which version or language of Windows you are targeting. Intelli-Parse technology makes all of your commands run properly on all Windows configurations. Less hassle means less development and troubleshooting time.

 

    You encrypt your script to hide the code from end users. This allows you to share scripts with passwords for FTP or networking functions. You can also embed icons and other binary files that your script needs to function. Turn all dependency files into one stand-alone EXE file to share. You also have the option of password protecting your EXE so it will not run without the correct password.

 

 

 

What is Intelli-Parse?

    Intelli-Parse technology is unique to Advanced BAT to EXE Converter. This feature scans your batch file script word for word and will make any necessary changes to your code in memory so it runs exactly how your unmodified batch file does before compiling. Other solutions would require modification of some commands using conditional statements within your batch file so they operate correctly on all systems when converted to EXE.

 

 

 

What else makes Advanced BAT to EXE Converter better than other BAT to EXE compilers?

    There are over 40 Extended commands unique to Advanced BAT to EXE Converter that makes your scripts much more powerful. For example, you can hide any windows application dialog and use mouse input within your batch file script.

 

    Some other solutions are not securing your batch file at all. They can be undone simply by your user right clicking the EXE. They could extract the files to a text editor for viewing and modifying.

 

 

 

How can I modify my batch script so it does not require an Admin Manifest?

    Most batch files only require Admin privileges because it uses folders that are off limits to non-admin users. One excellent feature of Advanced BAT to EXE Converter is the %MYFILES% variable. Use can use the %MYFILES% variable as the working folder for your batch file since you always have write access to this directory and files even without Admin rights.

 

 

How do I compile as invisible or include an icon and version properties when compiling a batch file with the Windows context menu or command line?

    First, compile the batch file using Advanced BAT to EXE Converter with all of the project options you would like. Next, save the batch file. All of your project settings including icon, embedded files, Company Name, version and invisible properties are saved in the header of the batch file. These settings will be loaded and used when you compile from the command line or use the Windows Explorer context menu compile option.

    When compiling from the Windows context menu, the output EXE file will always be named after the batch file ignoring the saved EXE filename variable in the header.

 

 

 

How do I use embedded files in my batch file script?

    First click the "Build EXE" option in the File menu or on the toolbar. Next, select your EXE filename. Embed any of the files that your script needs to use upon execution in to your EXE using the "Embed Files" tab on the "Select EXE Options" dialog.

    Use the %MYFILES% variable within your script to access these files as if it was a folder. This will create a single stand-alone EXE file instead of sending your project in multiple files.

 

 

 

The LaunchSilent extended command does not seem to work for the program that I am launching?

    Some windows applications will launch a second dialog that will not remain invisible. In this case, use the HideWindow extended command. Make sure you use the "rem Wait 250" extended command between launching the program and hiding it. This will allow the program time to load before attempting to hide it. You may want to launch the application minimized in this situation. Here is a quick example:

 

start /MIN notepad.exe
rem Wait 250
rem HideWindow "Untitled - Notepad"

 

 

 

My icon is not showing after compiling the batch file script?

 

    There is a known issue with the Windows fast-cache feature that in rare situations could prevent the new icon from showing at first. Simply copy your compiled EXE to another folder and you will see the icon appear.

 

 

How can I compile batch files with the command line? (PRO version Only)

 

    Locate your Advanced BAT to EXE Converter installation folder. The default location is in %program files%

    Type this command in to the command processor:

 

       aB2Econv.exe "c:\Batch Files\input.BAT" "c:\Batch Files\output.EXE"

 

    It is recommended that you use quotes and full path filenames.  You can right click a batch file in Windows Explorer and use the context menu to quickly compile a batch file as well. Batch files will compile using the settings in the header created from the last time you compiled then saved the batch file.