What is WinBatch?
WinBatch is a scripting language for Windows that builds on and expands the capabilities of the standard Windows command prompt. Developed by Wilson WindowWare, WinBatch provides a robust toolset for automating tasks, integrating and controlling Windows applications, performing system administration work, and building complex scripts and programs.
Key features of WinBatch include:
- Powerful scripting language based on Windows batch files
- Graphical user interface creation tools
- Interfaces for controlling Windows applications
- System administration utilities for files, folders, registry etc.
- Math, string, and data manipulation commands
- Conditional logic, looping, variables, and other programming constructs
- Compiler creates distributable EXE files
- Debugging tools and IDE for writing scripts
WinBatch excels at integrating across command line tools, Windows interfaces, COM objects, DLLs, and other components. Scripts can scale from simple individual tasks to enterprise-wide workflows across networks and systems. WinBatch provides more power than basic batch files without requiring learning complex languages like C++ or .NET.
AutoHotkey, AutoIt, xdotool, Multi Task Tool, Stepwise, Shortery, Quick Macros, Mini Mouse Macro, Automation Workshop, Buttoncommander, Hammerspoon, keystarter are some alternatives to WinBatch.