How to execute batch file via PHP?

Question

I tried to execute the batch file using exec command in PHP. I just used it like:

$filename = 'test.bat';
exec($filename);

But didn't get any output. I tried this function with another command, it works fine. Your suggestions would be highly appreciated. Thanks

Answer 1

The main issue was of path and permission. I have gotten my batch file to execute.

Here is my solution:

1. I run my batch file from the same folder the php file is in.

   exec("mybatch.bat");

2. I make sure that Apache Service has enough permission to run the batch file. Just to test i used an administrator account for Apache to log on with.

Answer 2

On Windows server mind the quotes. This is what works for me:

system('cmd.exe /c C:\myfolder\_batches\run_this_batch.bat');