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May 26, 2026

Files-Actions Manifest Options for Windows Desktop

You must select all the desired Windows Desktop options for your Files-Actions product component.

PROCEDURE

  1. Add the Manifest Actions for your Windows Desktop File-Action.

    SettingsDescriptions
    Copy FilesCopy files from one location to another on the device.
    Create FolderCreate a new folder on the device.
    Delete FilesDelete files from the device.
    InstallInstall files on the device. This is accomplished using command lines. Supports the following file types.CAB, MSI, REG, and XML. CAB and MSI files contain the app itself while REG and XML files are for modifying the registry settings.

    REG files require batch files and PowerShell commands.
    Move FilesMove files from one location to another on the device.
    Remove FolderRemove a folder from the device.
    Rename FileRename a file on the device.
    Rename FolderRename a folder located in the device.
    RunUse the manifest to run an application. This is accomplished using command lines. The Run command must use the syntax of "\[full file path]". For example, \program files\program.exe.

    You must select the context of the command. Select whether the command runs at the system level, the user level, or the admin account level.
    TerminateEnd a process or application running on the device.
    UninstallUninstall a program or application on the device. You must enter the application name.

    The application name must match the name that appears in the Uninstall menu in the Control Panel.Note: The Uninstall Manifest is for deleting files when a product is removed. If you remove a product from a device, any files installed remain on the device until uninstalled using an Uninstall Manifest.
  2. When finished adding actions to the Manifest, select Save.

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