sc0rpi0 Posted January 28, 2008 Share Posted January 28, 2008 Rephrasing of question: Is it possible to create a batch file which when run refreshes windows. For example, when I select "show hidden folders" in control panel, it takes my computer about a minute to automatically recognize this Confused. However, once I right click on my desktop and select "refresh" from the menu that pops up, the change is recognized instantly and my hidden folders are viewable. I am wondering if there is a way to create a batch file to automate the process of "refreshing." [Not referring to the web but to my pc] Thanks very much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparda Posted January 28, 2008 Share Posted January 28, 2008 2000/XP/Vista doesn't have DOS just so you know. Are you talking in the context of web pages? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SomeoneE1se Posted January 28, 2008 Share Posted January 28, 2008 asking for help with the end result will get you better responses because there maybe a way that will work just not the way you expect Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sc0rpi0 Posted January 28, 2008 Author Share Posted January 28, 2008 - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparda Posted January 28, 2008 Share Posted January 28, 2008 Press F5? You could kill and restart explorer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SomeoneE1se Posted January 28, 2008 Share Posted January 28, 2008 - that may be the MOST helpful post I've EVER seen EVER Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snakey Posted January 29, 2008 Share Posted January 29, 2008 He wants to re-run all windows programs like when you start up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sc0rpi0 Posted January 29, 2008 Author Share Posted January 29, 2008 Press F5? You could kill and restart explorer. Killing explorer is too slow for me. I'm looking for something that does exactly what F5 does, only something that can be put in a batch file. Sorry I have not been more clear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snakey Posted January 29, 2008 Share Posted January 29, 2008 Press F5. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
digip Posted January 29, 2008 Share Posted January 29, 2008 If you are not physically at the machine(which I guess is why your asking) you can list contents of folders, including hidden and system files with a bat script and out put it anywhere you want becasue why you would need to have something do F5 for you if your physically at the machine? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SomeoneE1se Posted January 29, 2008 Share Posted January 29, 2008 If you are not physically at the machine(which I guess is why your asking) you can list contents of folders, including hidden and system files with a bat script and out put it anywhere you want becasue why you would need to have something do F5 for you if your physically at the machine? yeah what he said you still haven't told us what the end result you're looking for is tell us that and then maybe we can help you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
digip Posted January 29, 2008 Share Posted January 29, 2008 you still haven't told us what the end result you're looking for is tell us that and then maybe we can help you QFE! Where is Vako? I need one of his one-liner n00b killers right about now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sc0rpi0 Posted January 29, 2008 Author Share Posted January 29, 2008 you still haven't told us what the end result you're looking for is tell us that and then maybe we can help you QFE! Where is Vako? I need one of his one-liner n00b killers right about now. Don't worry, you won't need him. I found a solution using nircmd. Thanks anyway. Now for the explanation of why I asked this question: I am constructing a self-progating hacksaw [For experimental purposes only :-)] Frankly, I've never hacksawed anyone or intend to. When someone plugs an infected usb drive into their computer, I want to ensure that no one knows that their usb drive has been modified. So, I have a batch file autorun which first hides the computer's hidden and system files before installing the hacksaw. The registry change that must take place does not refresh fast enough for the files to avoid detection. Obviously, I am not on the person's computer so I can't just walk up and tap "F5." Not all computers have all hidden and system files hidden. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SomeoneE1se Posted January 29, 2008 Share Posted January 29, 2008 you still haven't told us what the end result you're looking for is tell us that and then maybe we can help you QFE! Where is Vako? I need one of his one-liner n00b killers right about now. Don't worry, you won't need him. I found a solution using nircmd. Thanks anyway. Now for the explanation of why I asked this question: I am constructing a self-progating hacksaw [For experimental purposes only :-)] Frankly, I've never hacksawed anyone or intend to. When someone plugs an infected usb drive into their computer, I want to ensure that no one knows that their usb drive has been modified. So, I have a batch file autorun which first hides the computer's hidden and system files before installing the hacksaw. The registry change that must take place does not refresh fast enough for the files to avoid detection. Obviously, I am not on the person's computer so I can't just walk up and tap "F5." Not all computers have all hidden and system files hidden. but the ones that do will be MUCH more likely to notice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sc0rpi0 Posted January 29, 2008 Author Share Posted January 29, 2008 you still haven't told us what the end result you're looking for is tell us that and then maybe we can help you QFE! Where is Vako? I need one of his one-liner n00b killers right about now. Don't worry, you won't need him. I found a solution using nircmd. Thanks anyway. Now for the explanation of why I asked this question: I am constructing a self-progating hacksaw [For experimental purposes only :-)] Frankly, I've never hacksawed anyone or intend to. When someone plugs an infected usb drive into their computer, I want to ensure that no one knows that their usb drive has been modified. So, I have a batch file autorun which first hides the computer's hidden and system files before installing the hacksaw. The registry change that must take place does not refresh fast enough for the files to avoid detection. Obviously, I am not on the person's computer so I can't just walk up and tap "F5." Not all computers have all hidden and system files hidden. but the ones that do will be MUCH more likely to notice Is there a way to quickly check if hiding system and hidden folders is on? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SomeoneE1se Posted January 30, 2008 Share Posted January 30, 2008 I'm sure there is my guess would be check the registry entry made to enable or disable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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