The timeout command is a Windows CMD command used to specify a period of time before the command processor (CMD) automatically terminates the command. This command is useful for running a command or script for a specific period of time and then automatically terminating it. It is also useful for running a command or script with a specific time limit and then taking appropriate action when the time limit is reached.
Syntax
The syntax for the timeout command is as follows:
- timeout [/t
The /t parameter is used to specify the time in seconds before the command is terminated. The /nobreak parameter is used to prevent the command from being terminated if the user presses any key.
Options
The timeout command has two options:
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| /t | Specifies the time in seconds before the command is terminated. |
| /nobreak | Prevents the command from being terminated if the user presses any key. |
Examples
The following examples show how to use the timeout command:
- To run a command for 10 seconds and then terminate it:
- timeout /t 10
- To run a command for 10 seconds and then terminate it, even if the user presses a key:
- timeout /t 10 /nobreak
Conclusion
The timeout command is a useful Windows CMD command that can be used to specify a period of time before the command processor (CMD) automatically terminates the command. It is also useful for running a command or script with a specific time limit and then taking appropriate action when the time limit is reached. The timeout command has two options: the /t parameter is used to specify the time in seconds before the command is terminated, and the /nobreak parameter is used to prevent the command from being terminated if the user presses any key.