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Converting Batch Files .BAT to Executables .EXE

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March 21, 2020

Batch scripts are the series of commands stored in a plain text file that can be executed by
the command-line interpreter. Whereas executable files are used to perform various
operations and tasks on a computer. Some users are wondering if there is a way of converting
the batch script (BAT) to an executable file (EXE). In this article, you can find the methods
that will tell you how to convert the batch scripts to executable files.

Converting to a batch script (BAT) to Executable (EXE) in Windows

There are different methods that include the using of third-party software or using the
Windows self-extracting package wizard. We are going to show you the simple converting of
batch scripts to executable files. However, there can be some complications if the batch
scripts have errors or complexity. We are using the batch script of ping checking as an
example in this article. Some of the methods below will look like repeated, but all of the
converting software has almost similar names.

Using the iexpress.exe to Convert BAT to EXE

Iexpress.exe is the setup creation wizard that is available in the Windows operating system.
This tool is made from a bunch of commands that help the users to create a single self-
extracting package from a set of files. This executable file is part of the Windows Internet

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Explorer. However, by using this executable file, the user can convert the batch script (BAT)
to the executable file (EXE). Follow the below steps to get an EXE file through iexpress.exe:

1. Hold the Windows key and press S to open the search feature. Type ‘iexpress.exe‘
in the search, right-click on it and choose Run as administrator.
Note: After typing the name, you can also hold CTRL + Shift and press the Enter
button to open it as an administrator.

Opening the iexpress.exe Run Command as an administrator

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2. Choose the Create New SED option and click on the Next button.

Selecting Create a new SED

3. Do not change the Package Purpose and click Next. Provide the Package title for the
dialog boxes.
4. Click the Next button for both the Confirmation prompt and License agreement. Now
click on the Add button in Packaged files, select your Batch Script and click on Open
button.

Adding the batch script

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5. Click on the Install Program menu and select your batch script. After selecting
type the command before the file name as shown below:

cmd /c appuals.exe

Note: appuals.exe is the batch script name that you choose in the Install Program
menu.

Adding command in front of the file name

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6. Press the Next button for both the Show Window and Finished message. Now provide
the path and file name for the package by clicking the Browse button.
Note: You can select the options or leave them unchecked, it’s up to you.

Providing the path and file name for saving

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7. Click the Next button for both Configure Restart and Save SED. Finally, click Next for
Create Package and then click the Finish button.

Files are successfully created

8. Find the two files in the path that you provided. One will be the EXE file and the other
will be SED. Double-click the EXE file to run it.

Using the BAT to EXE Converter

If the first method is confusing for you, then you can download one of the third-party
applications. Most third-party tools are specially designed for this specific conversion of two
files. BAT to EXE converter is one of the famous tools that most users use to convert batch
scripts. Follow the below steps to try BAT to EXE converter:

PRO TIP: If the issue is with your computer or a laptop/notebook you should
try using Restoro Repair which can scan the repositories and replace corrupt
and missing files. This works in most cases, where the issue is originated due to
a system corruption. You can download Restoro by Clicking Here

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1. Open your browser and download the BAT to EXE Converter installer. Install the
tool by running the installer.

Downloading BAT to EXE Converter

2. Double-click on the BAT to EXE Converter shortcut to open it. Click on the Open
button icon at the top. Choose the batch script file and click on the Open button.

Opening the batch script in BAT to EXE Converter

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3. Now click on the Convert button icon at the top and choose the name and location
to save the converted file.

Converting and saving the EXE file

4. The executable file for the batch script will be created.

Using the Advanced BAT to EXE Converter

This tool is different from the above one. Most of the tools have similar names but they are
published by different developers. This will have some of the extra features that users can
use according to their needs. However, converting the batch scripts is simple with this tool.
Follow the below steps to convert the batch script to executable file by using the Advanced
BAT to EXE converter:

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1. Open your browser and download the Advanced BAT to EXE Converter software.
Then Install it on your computer.

Downloading Advanced BAT to EXE Converter

2. Hold the Windows key and press S to open the Windows search feature. Search for
Advanced BAT to EXE and open the application.

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3. Click on the File menu in the menu bar and choose the Open option. Select the batch
script and click on the Open button.

Opening the batch script in Advanced BAT to EXE Converter

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4. Now click on the Build EXE icon under the menu bar. A new window will appear and
click on the Build EXE button in that.

Build EXE for the opened batch script

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5. Type the saving EXE file name and click on the Save button.

Saving the EXE file

6. Your file will be ready as an Executable file. Open it by double-clicking the file and
check it will work successfully.

There are many other tools that can help users to convert the BAT file to EXE. BAT 2 EXE is
another good tool that you can check. It can convert all the available batch scripts that are
available in the folder by just selecting the folder. BAT 2 EXE tool also allows you to add the
Administrator manifest.

TIP: If none of the Methods have resolved the issue for you, we recommend
using Restoro Repair Tool which can scan the repositories to replace corrupt
and missing files. This works in most cases, where the issue is originated due to
a system corruption. Restoro will also optimize your system for maximum
performance. You can download Restoro by Clicking Here

Batch Converter Windows

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