Close Command File

[llkhoutx]

I use a batch file containing an Access command line which executes the correct version of MS Access, specifies the password mdv, and the front-end mdb.

Under Win 98/ME this batch file closes following its execution. Under XP it remains open until the Access program is closed.

How can I close it following its execution?

Thank you in advance for your help.

 

[___]

I'm not sure it's possible.

 

[namliam]

Why use a batch file at all and not simply a shortcut? this can do the same but does not need an "open window" to execute and stuff....

Regards

 

[llkhoutx]

I use a command line because it does more that just execute the program, it (1) specifies the path to the version of Access I'm using as I have several versions are installed, (2) specifies the path to the security file, and (3) executes the program. A mere shortcut won't do all that.

 

[IgorB]

I got the same problem 2 years ago. I did not expect that solution will be so simple:
Right-mouse click on your .bat file, find property and just select(check) "close on exit" checkbox. THAT IS IT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Igor.

 

[llkhoutx]

That property doesn't exist in XP.

 

[namliam]

I use a command line because it does more that just execute the program, it (1) specifies the path to the version of Access I'm using as I have several versions are installed, (2) specifies the path to the security file, and (3) executes the program. A mere shortcut won't do all that.

A shortcut is ALL THAT. try it, just paste the full command line into a shortcut and find that it does work (you may need to add some " " if you have spaces anywhere in your path)

 

[llkhoutx]

I don't see wherem to paste my command line:

 

[llkhoutx]

I pasted my command line into the "Target" field of my shortcuts properties window and it works like a 98/ME batch file. Your solution is great.

I recently started using Windows XP, finally joining the 21st century.

Thank you for your help.

 

[namliam]

I hate to say I told you so but.....

Told ya so!

 

[llkhoutx]

Pat -

Neither Exit, Not Quit closes the Bat file (command line) executed via a shortcur in XP. I just ried both.

It wouild be nice to be able to have the same solution for XP & 98/ME.

 

[namliam]

The shortcut solution should work in any windows version ( I think )

Regards