File Extension Information

file extension .bat

Kind: DOS Batch File
Information: Contains a series of line commands that typically might be entered at the DOS command prompt; most commonly used to start programs and run maintenance utilities within Windows.

BAT files can be manually created and edited to automate tasks and perform repetitive operations; they can written with a basic text editor, such as Notepad, and saved with a ".bat" extension.

Important: You should not open unknown BAT files, as they may contain executable viruses or other malicious code.
File Format: Proprietary file format used by Microsoft software.
File Usage: Open file directly.
May run a program or script when opened.
Open With:
Windows: Any text editor
Microsoft Windows Command Prompt
Macintosh: Any text editor
Parallels Desktop for Mac with Windows installed
Last Revised: January 21, 2010



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