Uninstall EXE

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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