Check file exists

[STOps9487]

What's the best way to check that a file exists?

I notice there is no built in check for this, so what do most people do?

Is it best to just execute "if not exists" and exit with a non zero code?

Example:

if not exist C:\windows\regedit.exe exit /b 1

[Shaun Roberts · Accepted solution]

Yes, there is no built-in function so it's best to use scripting of some form, either VBS and use the execute windows script activity or use powershell and use the execute powershell activity.

I do this for a lot of stuff that is not already coded in CPO and works fine.

[STOps9487]

Thanks Chris - the cmd I posted in my original message seems to be working OK.