Windows Vista Batch files in Home Premium

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Is there a way to run a batch file at shutdown or startup w/o upgrading to Ultimate?

 

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Yes, there are ways to run a batch file at system shutdown or startup without upgrading to Windows 7 Ultimate. Here are some methods you can use:

Task Scheduler Method:​

1. Run at Startup:
   • Press Win + R and type taskschd.msc to open Task Scheduler.
   • Click on Create Basic Task and follow the wizard to create a task that runs your batch file at startup.
   []Run at Shutdown:
   • Unfortunately, directly triggering a script at shutdown is not straightforward. However, you can create a task that is triggered by an event that precedes shutdown. This task can then run your batch file.

Group Policy Editor Method:​

1. Run at Startup:
   • Press Win + R and type gpedit.msc to open the Group Policy Editor.
   • Navigate to Computer Configuration -> Windows Settings -> Scripts (Startup/Shutdown).
   • Add your batch file under the appropriate section to run it at startup.

     Registry Editor Method:​

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1. ]Run at Startup:
   • Open the Registry Editor by pressing Win + R and typing regedit.
   • Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run.
   • Create a new string value, give it a name, and set its value to the path of your batch file. Please remember to test these methods carefully to ensure they work as expected on your specific system. Running batch files at system shutdown can be tricky due to the limited options in Windows editions other than Ultimate.