Batch file within package

[MattGreaves]

Hi all - hoping someone can help me?

I would like to create a workstation package which copies a batch file to the local HDD and then executes it. The batch file contains instructions to execute an .msi located on a network share. Could someone tell me if this is possible please and if so, how to achieve my goal?!

Many thanks,

Matt

[Daniel]

Hello Matt,

Please keep in mind that you should use an Advanced Installer built-in functionality in order to install the related MSI. For example, you can add the related MSI as a chained package to your main installation package. Also, if you need to run a .BAT file in order to achieve a custom functionality, then you can run your .BAT file using a custom action.

However, if you want to install and launch a BAT file (i.e. MyFile.bat) after installation completes, then you can proceed like this:
- add your BAT file in "Files and folders" view.
- Go to "Custom Actions" page and add a "Launch file or open URL" custom action with sequence, scheduled after "Install Execution Stage" -> "Finish Execution" action group, like this:

• Command: "[#MyFile.bat]"

Let us know if this helps, otherwise give us more details about your scenario.

All the best,
Daniel

[MattGreaves]

Hi Daniel,

Many thanks for those instructions - worked liked a charm! Awesome stuff

Cheers,
Matt

[Daniel]

You're welcome. Glad to help.

All the best,
Daniel