command to run and open program

[lisplost]

I am looking for a shortcut to open and run a program using only a simple command. I have the program on my command bar but I'm looking for a simpler way of doing it. I have been reading up on the whole Lisp writing and personally having a tough time with it. I figured by the time I learn how to write it I could be old and grey. Do any of you Guru's think you can help me?

[lpseifert]

If it's an external application, here's a primer

(defun c:excel ()
(startapp "\"C:\\Program Files\\Microsoft Office\\Office\\excel.exe\"")
)

[Terry Cadd]

Hi lisplost,

If the example posted by lpseifert is not exactly what you are looking for, could you give us some more details of what you are trying to open or run? Is it an arx function, an exe file, or what type of file? Glad to help before your hair turns gray.

 

Terry

[alanjt]

If it's an external application, here's a primer

(defun c:excel ()
(startapp "\"C:\\Program Files\\Microsoft Office\\Office\\excel.exe\"")
)

btw, you could just add a tag in your pgp.

WORD, START WINWORD, 1,,

IE, START IEXPLORE, 1,,

[lisplost]

I am looking to start and run a batch program that we use to do multiple prints and make changes to a mass of drawings.

[alanjt]

I am looking to start and run a batch program that we use to do multiple prints and make changes to a mass of drawings.

look into EZscript pro.

[lisplost]

Thanks everyone. I think we have it figured out!

[lisplost]

Okay this is very similar to what I mentioned before. This time we are creating sheets or page sets within a drawing. Using '09 we are able to add the button at the top for every new type of drawing we want. Well instead of always hunting down a list of drawing templates we want to type a simple command. Such as newe05 and have the new drawing template open from there we can do whatever. I know there are other ways of doing this always, using a drop down menu but that is what we want to get away from. Any suggestions on how to write this? If you would explaine how and why then I might be able to understand and learn this a little easier. Thanks so much!