Automating Octopai Metadata Extractions with Microsoft Task Scheduler

Automating metadata extractions in Octopai can greatly streamline data management processes.

By utilizing Microsoft Task Scheduler, users can schedule the execution of Octopai's BAT files, which are located by default in the directory C:\Program Files (x86)\Octopai\Service\BAT.

This guide provides step-by-step instructions on setting up scheduled tasks using Windows Task Scheduler for Octopai's BAT files.

Prerequisites
The user that will run the jobs must have Log on as a batch job rights assigned to successfully run the extractions.

Follow the instructions below to create a task in Task Scheduler for each BAT file you wish to schedule in Octopai

Open Microsoft Task Scheduler

Launch the Microsoft Task Scheduler application on your Windows computer. It can typically be found by searching for "Task Scheduler" in the Start menu.

Create a Task

Right-click on "Task Scheduler Library" or the desired folder where you want to save the Octopai schedule task. Choose "Create Task" from the context menu.

In the General tab of the task creation window, provide the necessary details.

In the Triggers tab of the task creation, click "New" to open the "New Trigger" window.

Define recurrence of schedule (Octopai supports up to once a week)
Click on OK to save.

In the Actions tab of the task creation, click "New" to open the "New Action" window.

Browse for the relevant BAT file by clicking "Browse" or manually entering the file path.
The default location for BAT files is the folder where Octopai client is installed (Default: C:\Program Files (x86)\Octopai\Service\BAT).

Select the file and click on OK to save.

In the Actions tab of the task creation, click "New" to open the "New Action" window.
Browse for the relevant BAT file by clicking "Browse" or manually entering the file path.
The default location for BAT files is the folder where Octopai client is installed (Default: C:\Program Files (x86)\Octopai\Service\BAT).

In the Conditions tab of the task creation, mark all Power options and move to Settings
(Don't click OK yet)

In the Settings tab, mark the following settings:

Click on OK to Save.

Conclusion

By following these instructions, you can easily automate Octopai metadata extractions using Microsoft Task Scheduler.

Scheduling the execution of BAT files simplifies and streamlines the process, ensuring timely and accurate metadata updates.

Leverage the power of Task Scheduler to enhance your Octopai workflow and improve overall data management efficiency.