Creo Mapkey Os Script Example ((new)) <Edge>

Add this code to your config.pro file or load it via the Mapkeys dialog.

Do you prefer using or Python (.py) for your OS scripts?

I can provide the exact code block for your specific workflow. creo mapkey os script example

mapkey f7 @MAPKEY_LABEL Backup to Server;\ mapkey(continued) ~ Command `ProCmdModelSave` ;\ mapkey(continued) @SYSTEMstart /min C:\scripts\backup_creo.bat; Use code with caution. 🔍 Breaking Down the Script 1. Saving the Model

: By default, Creo waits for the OS script to finish before returning control to the user. Use the start command to run scripts asynchronously if you want to keep working while the script runs in the background. Add this code to your config

Using start /min ensures that the black command prompt window opens "minimized." This prevents a jarring pop-up from interrupting your design workflow. 💡 Advanced Use Cases Open Current Working Directory in Explorer

This script is a favorite for engineers. It saves the current model, then triggers an OS script to copy the file to a backup folder and compress it. Step 1: Create the Windows Batch File ( backup_creo.bat ) First, create a simple script on your C:\scripts\ folder. Use the start command to run scripts asynchronously

This is the most critical part. It launches the Windows command processor. 3. The start /min Trick

: Always use absolute paths (e.g., C:\scripts\script.bat ). Creo often loses track of relative paths if your working directory changes.