Bulk Changing File Attributes

[WordBaron]

Please forgive me if I'm missing something, but I don't see anything in the scripting list that would allow me to change file attributes. (I've done a search on the forum here but it seems like the "file attributes" or "file properties" searches don't operate as complete terms making it hard to find anything specific.) Is there any way to change file attributes via XYPlorer scripting, and furthermore, is it possible to bulk change such attributes? I don't think the ability is possible via the interface either, let alone scripting.

Just Wondering,
Word Baron

[admin]

Please forgive me if I'm missing something, but I don't see anything in the scripting list that would allow me to change file attributes. (I've done a search on the forum here but it seems like the "file attributes" or "file properties" searches don't operate as complete terms making it hard to find anything specific.) Is there any way to change file attributes via XYPlorer scripting, and furthermore, is it possible to bulk change such attributes? I don't think the ability is possible via the interface either, let alone scripting.

Just Wondering,
Word Baron

It is possible via the interface as long as your bulk is listed in the file list (as contents of one folder, or as search results):
(1) Select all items (in the List) you want to touch.
(2) Open the Info Panel (F12), tab "Properties".
(3) Ensure that (any) one of the selected items is now displayed on that tab (in order to have the Attributes checkboxes visible).
(4) Now you can change the Attributes and then click the green "Plus" icon which will appear near the Attributes checkboxes . Changes will apply to all selected items.

[j_c_hallgren]

If that process isn't yet in wiki (haven't checked), it would be a good thing to clarify/add, and maybe add to FAQ thread also.

[serendipity]

Yes its in wiki,
http://88.191.26.34/XYwiki/index.php/Panel#Attributes

[TheQwerty]

No, there currently is no way to change attributes via scripting solely within XY.

What you can do is use scripting to execute attrib on the files, as you would from a command prompt. Which I did in this script.