Utility Scripts

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RunAsTI.cmd

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Features

• Innovative HKCU load without reg load/unload
• Sets ownership privileges, high priority, and Explorer support
• Falls back to SYSTEM if TrustedInstaller unavailable
• Accepts special characters in paths
• Handles UAC prompts with error detection

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Usage

RunAsTI.cmd

RunAsTI.cmd "path\to\program.exe" [arguments]
RunAsTI.cmd "C:\Program Files\App\setup.exe" /silent

whoami /user | find /i "S-1-5-18" > nul 2>&1 || (
    call RunAsTI.cmd "%~f0" %*
    exit /b
)

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Error Codes

• 0 - Success
• 1 - Elevation failed (unknown error)
• 2 - UAC prompt declined

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fileAssoc.cmd

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Features

• Sets default web browser associations
• Configures 7-Zip file associations if installed
• Bypasses User Choice Protection Driver (UCPD)
• Applies settings to all user profiles

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Usage

fileAssoc.cmd ["Browser Name"]

• Microsoft Edge (default if no argument)
• Brave
• LibreWolf
• Firefox
• Google Chrome

fileAssoc.cmd
fileAssoc.cmd "Brave"
fileAssoc.cmd "Firefox"

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File Associations

• .url → InternetShortcut

• HTTP/HTTPS protocols
• .htm, .html, .shtml files
• .pdf files

• Archives: .7z, .zip, .rar, .tar, .gz, .bz2, .xz
• Disk images: .iso, .wim, .vhd, .vhdx
• Package formats: .cab, .deb, .rpm
• And many more…

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Implementation Details

set "powershellTemp=%powershellDir%\powershell%random%%random%%random%%random%.exe"
copy /y "%powershellPath%" "%powershellTemp%" > nul
"%powershellTemp%" -NoP -NonI -EP Bypass -File ASSOC.ps1
del /f /q "%powershellTemp%" > nul

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taskbarPins.ps1

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Features

• Sets browser and File Explorer as taskbar pins
• Supports multiple browsers
• Configures for all user profiles
• Applies changes immediately (restarts Explorer)

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Usage

.\taskbarPins.ps1 [Browser]

• Brave
• Firefox
• LibreWolf
• Google Chrome
• Microsoft Edge (default)

.\taskbarPins.ps1
.\taskbarPins.ps1 "Brave"
.\taskbarPins.ps1 "Firefox"

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Default Pins

1. Browser (Edge if installed, otherwise File Explorer)
2. File Explorer

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Registry Data

• Favorites - Pin locations and order
• FavoritesResolve - Pin resolution data

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packageInstall.ps1

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Features

• Installs/uninstalls Windows packages online
• Validates package signatures
• Creates repair source for SFC/DISM
• Supports Safe Mode fallback
• Automated restart handling

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Usage

.\packageInstall.ps1 -InstallPackages @("*package1*", "*package2*")

.\packageInstall.ps1 -UninstallPackages @("*package1*", "*package2*")

.\packageInstall.ps1 -InstallPackages @("*new*") -UninstallPackages @("*old*")

-InstallPackages <array>      # Packages to install
-UninstallPackages <array>    # Packages to uninstall
-PackagesPath <string>        # Path to CAB files (default: AtlasModules\Packages)
-NoInteraction                # Non-interactive mode
-SafeMode                     # Safe Mode operation
-FailMessage                  # Show failure message box

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Requirements

• Must run as TrustedInstaller/SYSTEM
• Packages must be signed with Windows test certificate
• CAB files must match system architecture (amd64/arm64)

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Examples

.\packageInstall.ps1
# Opens file dialog to select CAB files

.\packageInstall.ps1 -InstallPackages @("*NetFx3*") -NoInteraction

.\packageInstall.ps1 -InstallPackages @("*Defender*") -SafeMode

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Repair Source

%SystemRoot%\AtlasModules\Packages\WinSxS

HKLM\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Servicing
LocalSourcePath = %SystemRoot%\AtlasModules\Packages\WinSxS

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newUsers.ps1

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Features

• Configures Windows 11 context menu
• Sets File Explorer options
• Applies Atlas theme
• Sets lockscreen wallpaper
• Configures visual effects
• Sets taskbar pins
• Logs out user automatically

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Usage

.\newUsers.ps1

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Configured Settings

• Old context menu (Windows 11)
• Disabled Gallery in File Explorer
• Atlas dark theme (Windows 11)
• Custom lockscreen wallpaper
• Disabled Network in navigation pane
• Disabled automatic folder discovery
• Atlas visual effects profile
• Browser-specific taskbar pins

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installToolbox.ps1

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Features

• Checks for existing installation
• Downloads latest release from GitHub
• Silent installation with desktop icon

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Usage

.\installToolbox.ps1

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Other Utility Scripts

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edgeCheck.cmd

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indexConf.cmd

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newUsers.cmd

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serviceWarning.cmd

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setSvc.cmd

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settingsPages.cmd

settingsPages.cmd /hide <page>
settingsPages.cmd /show <page>

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toggleDev.cmd

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wingetCheck.cmd

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Script Wrappers

• ConfigVBS.ps1 - Configure Virtualization Based Security
• DebloatSendToContextMenu.ps1 - Remove Send To context menu items
• DefaultPowerSaving.ps1 - Set default power-saving profile
• DisableFileSharing.ps1 - Disable file sharing
• DisablePowerSaving.ps1 - Disable power-saving features
• EnableFileSharing.ps1 - Enable file sharing
• InstallSoftware.ps1 - Install software packages
• RemoveEdge.ps1 - Remove Microsoft Edge
• TelemetryComponents.ps1 - Configure telemetry components
• ToggleDefender.ps1 - Toggle Windows Defender
• UpdateDrivers.ps1 - Update system drivers

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Common Usage Patterns

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Running with Elevation

call RunAsTI.cmd "script.ps1" -Parameter "value"

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Silent Execution

script.cmd /silent

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Error Handling

try {
    .\script.ps1 -Parameter "value"
} catch {
    Write-Host "[ERROR] Script failed: $_" -ForegroundColor Red
    exit 1
}

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Checking Prerequisites

if (!(Test-Path "C:\Program Files\App\app.exe")) {
    Write-Error "Application not installed"
    exit 1
}

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See Also

• Scripting System Overview
• PowerShell Modules