How to Create a Simple File Listing Script with VBScript
In this tutorial, we will walk you through creating a simple VBScript that allows you to select a folder from any drive and list all files within that folder. This script is particularly useful for automating file management tasks on Windows. Why Use VBScript? VBScript is an excellent tool for automation on Windows due to its ease of use and the ability to interact directly with the operating system and applications. Step-by-Step Guide: 1. Open Notepad First, open Notepad or any text editor of your choice. 2. Copy and Paste the Script Copy the following VBScript code into your text editor: '' Create a Shell object Set objShell = CreateObject("Shell.Application") ' Open the folder selection dialog, starting at the root of the file system Set objFolder = objShell.BrowseForFolder(0, "Select a folder:", &H0011) ' Check if a folder was selected If Not objFolder Is Nothing Then Set objFolderItem = objFolder.Self folderPath = objFolder