Configure electron-builder to run powershell script

Question

I have an installation file created by electron-builder and faced issue that can't find a way how to run powershell script after installation.

The idea is to make some changes in windows registry and set permission for application folder.

As far as I understand it should be configured in build section in package.json. In api I found that it is exist afterPack method, but I can't figure it out how to execute powershell file through it.

Thank you.

I've removed the powershell tag from your question, even though your question involves powershell it's not a question about powershell. — henrycarteruk
– henrycarteruk, Commented Oct 9, 2018 at 15:42

Darren · Accepted Answer · 2018-10-09 16:45:57Z

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First, create an afterPack.js file, containing this code:

exports.default = async function () {
    const { exec } = require('child_process');
    const bat = exec('powershell "& ""path/to/powershell/file.ps1"""');
}

Edit the path to the .ps1 file accordingly. You may need to add a '.\' to the start of the path. The console readout will tell you if you do.

Next, edit your package.json file to include an afterPack parameter in your build settings, like so:

Now when you run your build script, it will run your .ps1 file.

answered Oct 9, 2018 at 16:45

Darren

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ohmyfgod Over a year ago

Thank you a lot, this is it.

ohmyfgod Over a year ago

Is there any way to find out where application was installed to apply permissions to this folder through powershell ?

Darren Over a year ago

I'm sure there is. I would look at AfterPackContext and/or BuildResult , particularly the outDir property. How you actually use these interfaces is beyond me. Post another question and I'm sure someone will be able to help.

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