Description #
WinBatch is a Windows scripting language designed for automation and batch processing tasks, offering powerful control over Windows environments.
History #
Developed in the early 1990s by Wilson WindowWare, WinBatch provides scripting capabilities to automate complex Windows tasks, complementing native batch files and PowerShell.
Hello World Code #
Message("Hello, World!") How to Run #
Option 1: Online
(No official online runner)
Option 2: Local
Download and install WinBatch from the official site, then run .wbt scripts via the WinBatch interpreter.
Key Concepts #
- Windows automation scripting
- Powerful GUI interaction
- Supports variables, functions, and events
- Access to Windows API
- Supports COM automation
- Batch and interactive scripting
- Custom dialogs and message boxes
- File and registry manipulation
- Scheduled script execution
- Active commercial product
Try It Online #
(None available)
Fun Facts #
- WinBatch scripts can simulate mouse and keyboard actions.
- Often used for legacy Windows automation in enterprises.
- It predates Windows PowerShell by many years.
- Supports encryption and password protection of scripts.
- Still actively used for specialized automation.
