.AppActivate - VBScript

Overview

.AppActivate activates a specified window and its application. This is particularly useful for interacting with a specific application’s user interface (UI) or for bringing a window to the foreground.

Syntax

.AppActivate(hWnd)

Parameters:

  • hWnd: The handle of the window to activate.

Options/Flags

N/A

Examples

Simple Example:

.AppActivate("Notepad.exe")

Complex Example:

hWnd = .Shell("powershell.exe -WindowStyle Hidden -NoProfile", 1)
.Sleep 400
.AppActivate(hWnd)

Common Issues

  • Window not found: Ensure that the window or application is running and has a valid handle.
  • Insufficient permissions: Some applications may require elevated permissions to be activated.

Integration

Combining with other commands:

  • .Shell: Run applications and obtain their window handles.
  • .Sleep: Wait for applications to load before activating them.
  • .ShellExecute
  • .CreateObject