# Uninstall EXE

> Uninstall software using an EXE uninstaller.

Source: https://docs.capaone.com/capaone/application-manager/powerbricks/uninstall-exe/  
Product: CapaOne — a separate CapaSystems product; do not apply this page to any other.

Uninstall software using an EXE uninstaller

## Parameters

#### Executable Path
*Required*

Remember to include the [Download Content] PowerBrick when using $PackageRoot. Ex. $PackageRoot\uninstall.exe

#### Executable Arguments
*Optional*

The arguments to be used during the uninstallation

#### Working Directory Path
*Optional*

The full path of the working directory

#### Await Executable
*Required* — Default: `True`

Wait for the executable to terminate before proceeding

#### Window Style
*Optional* — Default: `Hidden`

The window style to be used during the uninstallation Allowed values: `Hidden`, `Normal`, `Minimized`, `Maximized`.

#### Check Executable Existence
*Required* — Default: `False`

Check if the executable exists before starting the uninstallation

#### Return Code Handles
*Required*

Specify return codes and their status. Unlisted return codes will cause failure. Allowed values: `Success`, `Retry Execution Later`.

## Details

- **Category:** Installer
- **Brick ID:** `Uninstall-EXE`

## Raw JSON definition

**JSON**

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