run python script in background windows

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Running a Python script in the background on Windows can be achieved using the pythonw.exe executable, which is specifically designed for running Python scripts as background processes. In this tutorial, I'll guide you through the steps to run a Python script in the background on a Windows system.
Create a Python script that you want to run in the background. For example, let's create a simple script named background_script.py:
This script will print a message every 5 seconds.
Save your Python script in a location of your choice.
Open the Command Prompt by pressing Win + R, typing cmd, and hitting Enter.
Navigate to the directory where your Python script is located using the cd command. For example:
Run the Python script in the background using pythonw.exe:
Note: pythonw.exe is located in the same directory as your regular python.exe.
You won't see any output in the console, as the script is running in the background. To verify that the script is running, you can check the Task Manager. Look for pythonw.exe in the "Background processes" section.
System Tray Notification: You can use third-party libraries like plyer to show system tray notifications from your background script.
Log Output to File: Redirect the output of your script to a file to capture any print statements or error messages. For example, modify your script to redirect output to a file:
This tutorial should help you run Python scripts in the background on Windows successfully. Adjust the script and steps according to your specific use case and requirements.
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