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Summary: Learn how to automate SharePoint Online administrative tasks by running PowerShell scripts using Task Scheduler. Simplify your SharePoint management with automated scripts.
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How to Run PowerShell Script from Task Scheduler for SharePoint Online?

Managing SharePoint Online can be a sophisticated and time-consuming task. However, leveraging PowerShell scripts can greatly simplify various administrative tasks such as automating backups, handling user permissions, and other repetitive tasks. The good news is, you can use Windows Task Scheduler to automate the execution of these PowerShell scripts. This post will guide you through the steps required to run a PowerShell script from Task Scheduler for SharePoint Online.

Prerequisites

Before we start, ensure you have the following prerequisites:

Windows PowerShell: Ensure that Windows PowerShell is installed on your machine.

SharePoint Online Management Shell: Download and install the SharePoint Online Management Shell.

Office 365 Global Admin Account: This account is required to run scripts with administrative privileges.

Steps to Schedule a PowerShell Script

Prepare Your PowerShell Script

First, write your PowerShell script to automate your intended SharePoint Online task. Save the script with a .ps1 file extension. For example, AutomateTask.ps1.

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Create a Basic Task in Task Scheduler

Open Task Scheduler: Press Win + R, type taskschd.msc, and hit Enter.

Create a Basic Task: In the Task Scheduler window, click on Create Basic Task on the right-hand side.

Name Your Task: Enter a name and description for the task, for example, “Run SharePoint PowerShell Script”.

Trigger: Set the schedule you want the script to run (daily, weekly, etc.).

Action: Choose Start a Program as the action.

Program/Script: Enter powershell.exe as the program.

Add Arguments: Add the arguments to execute your script. For example:

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Configure Task to Run with Highest Privileges

Open Task Properties: After creating the task, find it in the Task Scheduler Library, right-click on it, and select Properties.

Run with Highest Privileges: Go to the General tab and check Run with highest privileges.

Configure for Windows 10: Set the Configure for dropdown to match your operating system, e.g., Windows 10.

Manage Credentials

Ensure your task has the necessary permissions to run the script. You might need to enter the administration credentials when prompted.

Testing Your Task

It's a good idea to test your scheduled task to make sure everything is set up correctly and it works as expected. Right-click on the task and select Run to manually trigger the task.

Conclusion

Automating your SharePoint Online administrative tasks with PowerShell and Task Scheduler can save you a considerable amount of time and reduce human error. By following the steps outlined above, you can ensure that your SharePoint Online environment is consistently maintained and up-to-date without manual intervention.

By leveraging these tools effectively, you can create a seamless, automated system to manage your SharePoint Online tasks.