Algodoo is an easy-to-use drawing tool empowered by physics simulations. This article will serve as an informative guide and give you a clear understanding of how to perform a silent installation of Algodoo from the command line using the EXE installer.
How to Install Algodoo Silently
Algodoo Silent Install (EXE)
- Navigate to: https://www.algodoo.com/download/
- Download the Algodoo_x_y_z-Win32.exe to a folder created at (C:\Downloads)
- Open an Elevated Command Prompt by Right-Clicking on Command Prompt and select Run as Administrator
- Navigate to the C:\Downloads folder
- Enter the following command: Algodoo_x_y_z-Win32.exe /VERYSILENT /NORESTART
- Press Enter
After a few moments you should see the Algodoo Desktop Shortcut appear. You will also find entries in the Start Menu, Installation Directory, and Programs and Features in the Control Panel.
| Software Title: | Algodoo |
| Vendor: | Algoryx Simulation AB |
| Architecture: | x86 |
| Installer Type: | EXE |
| Silent Install Switch: | |
| Silent Uninstall Switch (32-bit System) | "%ProgramFiles%\Algodoo\unins000.exe" /VERYSILENT /NORESTART |
| Silent Uninstall Switch (64-bit System) | "%ProgramFiles(x86)%\Algodoo\unins000.exe" /VERYSILENT /NORESTART |
| Download Link: | https://www.algodoo.com/download/ |
| PowerShell Script: | https://silentinstallhq.com/algodoo-install-and-uninstall-powershell/ |
| Detection Script: | https://silentinstallhq.com/create-a-custom-detection-script-for-algodoo-powershell/ |
The information above provides a quick overview of the software title, vendor, silent install, and silent uninstall switches. The download link provided take you directly to the vendors website. Continue reading if you are interested in additional details and configurations.
Additional Configurations
Create an Algodoo Installation Log File
The Algodoo installer offers the option to generate a log file during installation to assist with troubleshooting should any problems arise. You can use the following commands to create a verbose log file with details about the installation.
Algodoo Silent Install (EXE) with Logging
Algodoo_x_y_z-Win32.exe /VERYSILENT /NORESTART /LOG="%WINDIR%\Temp\Algodoo-Install.log" |
Change the Algodoo Default Installation Directory
You can also change the default installation directory by using the following command line parameters. In this example, I’m installing Algodoo to “C:\Algodoo”
Algodoo_x_y_z-Win32.exe /DIR="C:\Algodoo" /VERYSILENT /NORESTART |
Exclude the Algodoo Desktop Shortcut During Install
The Algodoo installer creates a desktop shortcut by default. If you do not want the desktop shortcut, then you can run the following command line switches to exclude it.
Algodoo Silent Install (EXE) with No Desktop Shortcut
Algodoo_x_y_z-Win32.exe /VERYSILENT /NORESTART /MERGETASKS=!desktopicon |
How to Uninstall Algodoo Silently
Check out the following posts for a scripted solution:
- Open an Elevated Command Prompt by Right-Clicking on Command Prompt and select Run as Administrator
- Enter one of the following commands:
Algodoo Silent Uninstall (EXE) on 32-bit System
"%ProgramFiles%\Algodoo\unins000.exe" /VERYSILENT /NORESTART |
Algodoo Silent Uninstall (EXE) on 64-bit System
"%ProgramFiles(x86)%\Algodoo\unins000.exe" /VERYSILENT /NORESTART |
Always make sure to test everything in a development environment prior to implementing anything into production. The information in this article is provided “As Is” without warranty of any kind.