I'm looking to execute a PowerShell script (.ps1) without having the terminal window flash on screen at all. I've tried the -WindowStyle Hidden option, but it still briefly shows the terminal. I want to avoid minimizing the window or utilizing external tools that might pose a security risk. The only effective method I found so far is using VBScript to hide the console, but since VBScript is deprecated by Microsoft, I'm keen on finding an alternative approach. Any suggestions?
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If it helps, converting the script to an executable (.exe) is another option to completely suppress the terminal. You can do this using the ps2exe module. Here’s how: 1. Install the module with `Install-Module -Name ps2exe -Scope CurrentUser`. 2. Then run `Invoke-PS2EXE -InputFile "C:Scriptsscript.ps1" -OutputFile "C:Scriptsscript.exe" -IconFile "C:IconsMailIcon.ico" -NoConsole -Verbose`. Just a heads up, though, this requires creating a custom .exe, which isn’t what you’re looking for but might be a solid workaround!
You can try running your script with `conhost.exe --headless` to suppress the terminal window. Just be cautious, as some Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools might flag this. Here's the command you can use: `conhost.exe --headless powershell.exe -File C:Scriptsmyscript.ps1`. It works well for me!
Oh wow, it works. Thank you!
Yes, I wanted to avoid creating a custom exe. I get that many of these tools are C# applications compiled into exe. I'll give your suggestion a shot, or I might just learn enough C# to create my own runner if nothing else works. Thanks!