How do I Convert a CMD to an EXE File?

Converting a CMD to an EXE file makes it more secure.

A Windows CMD file contains a batch of command-prompt instructions in text format. By typing the file's name in a command prompt window, you tell Windows to start executing the instructions in the file. CMD files are easy to create and handy for automating various maintenance tasks. In some situations, you may want to lock the file to keep someone else from reading or changing it. You can do this by converting it to an EXE file using a free program.

Instructions

BAT to EXE Online Converter

1. Navigate to the online CMD to EXE file converter at F2ko.de.

2. Click the "Browse" button and use the file browser to locate the file you want to convert. The online converter converts CMD, as well as BAT, files.

3. Click the "Invisible" radio button if you do not want users to be able to see the actions of the CMD file. Click the "Convert" button. Click the "Download" link and save the file to your hard disk. The download link expires 10 minutes after conversion.

BAT to EXE Converter

1. Download and install BAT to EXE Converter from CNET.com. Double-click the BAT to EXE Converter application to launch it.

2. Click "..." button next to "Batch File" to open a file browser. Locate the CMD file you want to convert to an EXE. Modify the text in the "Save as" text box if you wish to change the name of the EXE file.

3. Click the "Invisible Application" radio button if you want to hide the file's actions from users. Check the "Encryption" box and type in a password to add password-protection to the EXE. Click the "Reset" button at the bottom of the window to make any changes; otherwise, click the "Compile" button to save the EXE file. Click "Exit."

Batch File Compiler PE

1. Download and install Batch File Compiler PE from BDargo.com. Click the Start menu button, open the Programs menu and select "Batch File Compiler PE."

2. Click the "Open File" icon in the toolbar at the top of the window. Select the CMD file you want to compile into an EXE. Click the "Open" button. Edit the commands contained in the batch file as needed.

3. Click the "File" pull-down menu and select "Build EXE." Type a name for the EXE file name and select a location for it.

4. Click the "Save" button. Click "Start Invisible" if you want to conceal the details of the file's execution from the user. Set the icon and version information if desired, and add a password if you want extra security. Click "Make EXE" to convert the CMD file to an EXE.

Tips & Warnings

• CMD files use the same formatting as BAT files, though they have a different file extension.