Overview
Keeping Google Chrome up to date is essential for maintaining security and ensuring access to the latest features. This post provides a batch script that automates the update process, making it easier to manage Chrome installations across multiple Windows systems.
Instructions
- Create a Batch File:
- Open a text editor like Notepad.
- Save the file with a
.bat
extension, such asUpdateChrome.bat
.
- Copy the Script:
- Paste the following script into your batch file:
@echo off echo Downloading the latest Google Chrome installer... set ChromeInstallerUrl=https://dl.google.com/chrome/install/latest/chrome_installer.exe set InstallerPath=%TEMP%\chrome_installer.exe REM Download the latest Chrome installer powershell -command "Invoke-WebRequest -Uri %ChromeInstallerUrl% -OutFile %InstallerPath%" REM Install Chrome silently echo Installing the latest version of Google Chrome... start /wait %InstallerPath% /silent /install REM Clean up the installer echo Cleaning up... del %InstallerPath% echo Google Chrome has been successfully updated. pause
- Run the Script:
- Right-click the
UpdateChrome.bat
file and select “Run as administrator”. - The script will automatically download the latest version of Chrome, install it silently, and then clean up any temporary files.
- Right-click the
Script Explanation
- Downloading the Installer:
The script uses PowerShell to download the latest Chrome installer from Google’s servers. This ensures that you always get the most recent version.
- Silent Installation:
The installer runs in silent mode, which means it installs Chrome without displaying any windows or requiring user interaction.
- Cleanup:
After installation, the script deletes the installer file from the temporary directory, keeping your system clutter-free.
Benefits of Automation
- Consistency:
Ensures that all systems are running the latest version of Chrome, reducing the risk of security vulnerabilities.
- Efficiency:
Automating updates saves time, especially in environments with multiple systems.
- Ease of Use:
Even non-technical users can easily update Chrome by running the script.