In batch programming, the echo command is used to display text on the screen or to create a new line in a file. Here’s how it works:
When you use the echo command, it simply prints the specified text to the screen, followed by a newline character.
Examples:
- Displaying a message:
- echo Hello, World!
This will print “Hello, World!” to the screen.
Common Uses
The echo command is commonly used in batch programming for:
– Displaying messages or prompts to the user
– Creating blank lines or spacing in output
– Writing text to files
– Displaying variable values
By using the echo command effectively, you can create informative and user-friendly batch programs.