How to convert batch file (.bat) to .cmd file

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I have a batch file (.bat) and I want to convert it to .cmd file:

rem^ &@echo off
rem^ &call :'sub
rem^ &exit /b
:'sub
rem^ &echo begin batch
rem^ &cscript //nologo //e:vbscript "%~f0"
rem^ &echo end batch
rem^ &exit /b

score 3 · Accepted Answer · edited May 23 '17 at 12:08

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convertBatToCmd.bat:

@echo off
echo ConvertBatToCmd.bat
if not exist "%1" echo call with file to be converted as parameter & goto :eof
ren "%1" "%~n1.cmd"

Usage: convertBatToCmd myfile.bat

(sorry, couldn't resist...)

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edited May 23 '17 at 12:08

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answered Feb 20 '16 at 17:02

Stephan

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plus one, just because I think on the same idea **`:)`** – Aacini Feb 20 '16 at 18:09
Another one here ;-) – Marged Feb 20 '16 at 19:51

score 1 · Answer 2 · answered Feb 20 '16 at 18:17

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Try renaming the file from myfile.bat to myfile.cmd

answered Feb 20 '16 at 18:17

Jahwi

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How to convert batch file (.bat) to .cmd file

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