Newbie: How to Use NSExec

craigkornacki · 28th May 2010, 18:20

I would like to create an installer package that runs a DOS batch file. I have tried using NSExec, but I get an error message.

This is what the script looks like:

nsExec::Exec [/OEM] '"C:\CRXIWIN7.bat"'

Note: The batch file exists in this location.

When I compile the script, I get the message :

Processing script file: "C:\crystal.txt"
Error: Can't add entry, no section or function is open!
Error in script "C:\crystal.txt" on line 1 -- aborting creation process

Is my syntax correct?

If my syntax is correct, do I need to do something to make NSExec work?

I am working on a Windows 7 PC.

Thanks very much for your help.

Craig

MSG · 28th May 2010, 18:28

You are apparently not yet versed in the basics of the NSIS scripting language. I would suggest you study NSIS\Examples\Example1.nsi and Example2.nsi for a starter's look at how NSIS works. When you fully understand what ever command in those files do exactly, you'll be ready to try building your own installer. Use the command reference to look up command functions:
http://nsis.sourceforge.net/Docs/Chapter4.html

Also: a parameter between brackets, such as [/OEM], means that it's optional. You can add the /OEM parameter, or you can leave it out, depending on what behaviour you want. But you shouldn't keep the [] brackets, in any case.

28th May 2010, 18:20	#1
craigkornacki Junior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 1	Newbie: How to Use NSExec I would like to create an installer package that runs a DOS batch file. I have tried using NSExec, but I get an error message. This is what the script looks like: nsExec::Exec [/OEM] '"C:\CRXIWIN7.bat"' Note: The batch file exists in this location. When I compile the script, I get the message : Processing script file: "C:\crystal.txt" Error: Can't add entry, no section or function is open! Error in script "C:\crystal.txt" on line 1 -- aborting creation process Is my syntax correct? If my syntax is correct, do I need to do something to make NSExec work? I am working on a Windows 7 PC. Thanks very much for your help. Craig

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28th May 2010, 18:28	#2
MSG Major Dude Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 1,892	You are apparently not yet versed in the basics of the NSIS scripting language. I would suggest you study NSIS\Examples\Example1.nsi and Example2.nsi for a starter's look at how NSIS works. When you fully understand what ever command in those files do exactly, you'll be ready to try building your own installer. Use the command reference to look up command functions: http://nsis.sourceforge.net/Docs/Chapter4.html Also: a parameter between brackets, such as [/OEM], means that it's optional. You can add the /OEM parameter, or you can leave it out, depending on what behaviour you want. But you shouldn't keep the [] brackets, in any case.