How to pin a batch file to Windows 10 taskbar or start menu

This tutorial will show you step by step how to pin a batch (.bat) file to the taskbar or start menu in Windows 10.

Steps

1. Right-click on an empty space on your desktop, go to New, and then click on Shortcut.

2. Enter the following text:

cmd /c "full path to your batch file"

For example:

cmd /c "D:\Tools\test.bat"

3. Click on the Next button located in the bottom right corner of the window.

4. Enter a name for the shortcut.

5. Click on the Finish button located in the bottom right corner of the window.

6. Right-click on the newly created shortcut and then click on Pin to Start or Pin to taskbar.

The batch file is now pinned to the start menu or taskbar.

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