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Windows PWLAUNCHER command

The Windows PWLAUNCHER command is a useful tool that allows users to initiate the Password Reset Wizard directly from the command line. This command can be handy for system administrators who need to reset passwords for multiple users efficiently. By utilizing the PWLAUNCHER command, users can streamline the password reset process and manage user accounts more effectively.

Terminal window
pwlauncher [option] [parameter]
OptionDescription
-aSpecify the action for the launcher
-pSpecify the path for the launcher
-rRun the launcher
-hDisplay help for the launcher
ParameterDescription
actionAction to be performed by the launcher
pathPath to the launcher executable
Terminal window
pwlauncher cmd

Launches a command prompt using the pwlauncher utility.

Terminal window
pwlauncher echo Hello World

Executes the command “echo Hello World” using pwlauncher.

Terminal window
pwlauncher powershell

Opens PowerShell using pwlauncher.

Terminal window
pwlauncher C:\scripts\my_script.bat

Runs a batch script located at “C:\scripts\my_script.bat” with pwlauncher.

To use the pwlauncher command in Windows, execute the following command:

Terminal window
pwlauncher --option <value>

How can I specify the directory path in pwlauncher?

Section titled “How can I specify the directory path in pwlauncher?”

In pwlauncher, you can specify the directory path using the following command:

Terminal window
pwlauncher --directory "C:\path\to\directory"

How do I list all available options in pwlauncher?

Section titled “How do I list all available options in pwlauncher?”

To list all available options in pwlauncher, you can use the following command:

Terminal window
pwlauncher --help

To run pwlauncher in verbose mode and see detailed output, use the following command:

Terminal window
pwlauncher --verbose

How can I set a specific timeout in pwlauncher?

Section titled “How can I set a specific timeout in pwlauncher?”

To set a specific timeout in pwlauncher, you can use the following command:

Terminal window
pwlauncher --timeout 60

How do I use pwlauncher to launch a specific script?

Section titled “How do I use pwlauncher to launch a specific script?”

To use pwlauncher to launch a specific script, you can execute the following command:

Terminal window
pwlauncher --script "script_name"

How do I force pwlauncher to overwrite existing files?

Section titled “How do I force pwlauncher to overwrite existing files?”

To force pwlauncher to overwrite existing files, use the following command:

Terminal window
pwlauncher --force
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