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Arnošt Havelka

Introduction to Batch Files

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Introduction to Batch Files

A batch file is simply a text file containing a list of commands. When you run the file, the computer executes the commands in order. It's the simplest form of coding on Windows.

Try the command

Run a batch file!

Build the command
.batStandard extension for batch files.
@echo offCommon first line to hide command clutter.
Terminal
C:\Users\User>backup.bat

Sample Script

daily_backup.bat

@echo off
echo Starting Backup...
xcopy C:\Work D:\Backup /s /y
echo Backup Complete!
pause

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References

These documentation links provide authoritative details for the commands used in this article.

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