Configuring a scheduled task to make zip files with a bat can be a fairly simple task, once you handle the procedure, you will be able to do it even with your eyes closed. It is necessary that you take into account that you will have to obtain some additional programs to be able to develop the necessary bat to be able to do fast compressions (remember that this tutorial is for PC, so if you want to compress and decompress ZIP files on IOS, or another device, you must go to another place)
What do you have to do to compress zip files with a bat?
Zip files have long been one of the best options for reducing the size of large batches of documents, an option that makes them easy to share. Compression is generally done manually, selecting each file individually and creating folders to later compress and save them easily.
To get started, you should do an internet search on the best batches for compression, you can find varieties that may work better for you than others. Keep in mind that these batches must be downloaded to your computer, they will be necessary so that the compression can be carried out correctly by simply activating the bat.
There are many tools available on the web, access the one you prefer. You can use 7-Zip, IZArc or WinZip, most people already have the latter. Once you find your helper, it’s time to start creating the bat for quick compression of your items.
Create the batch file for your bat
At this point it is necessary that you read carefully to understand the process, because it can be a bit difficult if you do it without knowing the steps well.
To get started, press the “Start” key, select “All Programs” go to the “Accessories” section and open “Notepad”. In the first line of the new page you must write the phrase “@echo off”, press “Enter” to be positioned in the second line. It is necessary that the command of the plugin that you have downloaded be placed in this line.
For 7-Zip, “7za a-tzip”, in case of downloading IZArc, “-a-cx”, lastly, for WinZip, the command will be “wzzip” with these commands you will be ready. You must go directly to the “File” menu and click on the “Save as…” option, the file name will be Zip.bat or whatever you decide, do not change the format. It only remains for you to decide where the file will be saved, keep in mind that the ideal is to have it in a folder where it is always at hand.
Configure this new scheduled task
To be able to make zip files with a bat you must allow the process on the computer, it is a really simple procedure, you only need to make a few clicks. Firstly, make sure the file has been saved where you designated it so you can be sure it’s there, this will come in handy later on.
Well, go back to “Start” go to “Control Panel” and double click on the “Scheduled tasks” section, at this point you are half done. It remains for you to click on the “Add scheduled task” option, making the wizard fire, you must follow it to add the task. In case you prefer to know what to do, first, you have to click on the “Browse” option, take care to remember the site and select the bat file you have created.
Once you find the file, click on “Open”, from now on, you just have to wait for the installer to carry out its operations normally. And that’s it, you know how to configure a scheduled task to make zip files.
Some tips for handling zip files with a bat
Bat files are activatable files that perform whatever tasks are assigned to them with ease, but are also a bit messy at times.
It is recommended that you have a backup of your bat file in case the main one fails, and you need to move it around frequently. This is because something can be damaged on the route and this will not be done. You should also know that if the file to be decompressed is corrupt it is not the end of the world, since you can repair and extract damaged ZIP files from Windows 10 online. These are all simple precautions that when taken into account, it will be easy to schedule tasks.
Remember that to learn more about this topic and really master it, you should look for more information such as what are the best programs and applications to open ZIP files? With that said, good luck in what you are going to do.
