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Learn how to effectively monitor file copying in VBScript, ensuring that you know exactly when a copy operation is finished.
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How to Determine When Copying Files Completes in VBScript

When you're working with file operations in VBScript, especially copying files, knowing exactly when a copy operation finishes is vital for effective script execution. Without this knowledge, you run the risk of attempting to access files that haven't fully copied yet, which can lead to errors or incomplete data processing. In this post, we'll delve into how to determine when a file copy operation is complete in VBScript.

The Problem

When using VBScript to manage files, you might want to ensure that a file copy has completed before proceeding with further operations. The basic scripting for copying files might look straightforward, but ensuring the operation has finished requires a bit more coding finesse. The following snippet is commonly used for copying files with VBScript:

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While this effectively initiates the copy, it doesn’t provide a built-in method to monitor when the process has finished.

The Solution

To determine when the file copying process completes in VBScript, you can utilize a loop that checks the count of items in the destination folder against the items in the source folder. Here's how you can implement this:

Step-by-Step Breakdown

Initial Setup: You create a Shell Application object for the file operation and set the source and destination folders.

Copy Files: You invoke the copy operation using the copyHere method to initiate the copying of files.

Use a Loop for Monitoring: After the copy operation, implement a loop to continuously check the number of files in the destination. This is important because it ensures that your script only proceeds once all files have been successfully copied.

Here’s the code implementing this logic:

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Explanation of the Code:

The Do Until loop continues until the count of items in the destination (zip) matches the count of items in the source (Fol).

WScript.Sleep 300 pauses the script for 300 milliseconds in each iteration of the loop, preventing it from overloading the system while checking for file completion.

Once the condition is satisfied, it indicates that the copying process is complete.

Additional Considerations

Zipping: If you're zipping files and need them in a specific file, it's crucial to create the zip file with the correct header. This can be done by initializing a zip file with necessary content first. Here’s a brief example:

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The number 2 in OpenTextFile signifies that you're opening the file for writing.

Using Alternative Methods: If you are only copying files (and not zipping), you may also consider using File System Object (FSO) or Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) for a more straightforward approach.

Conclusion

In summary, determining when file copying has completed in VBScript is essential for ensuring data integrity and preventing errors in file management operations. By implementing a simple loop to compare item counts, you can effectively manage this process. Don't forget to consider your specific needs, such as whether you're zipping files or working with simple copy operations, to choose the best method for your scenario.

Stay tuned for more VBScript tips and tricks to enhance your scripting capabilities!