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Creating and Scheduling Tasks

Follow the steps below to create and schedule a task to run Windows system tools across multiple computers:

  1. Navigate to System Tools under the Tools tab. This lists all previously created and scheduled tasks.

  2. Click Add Task to open the task wizard. Follow the steps below to proceed.

Step 1: Define Task

  1. Provide a name and description for the task.

  2. Select the tools you wish to run and click Next.

  3. Based on the tool selection, specify execution options:

    • Check Disk : Choose the drive and options such as:

      • Verbose – Displays file names during check
      • Quick Check – Skips deep folder checks (NTFS only)
      • Fix Errors on Disk – Automatically fixes errors

    • Disk Cleanup : Select which temporary and unused files to clean up:

      • Compress old files
      • Remove setup, log, dump, and cache files
      • Empty Recycle Bin, internet cache, offline files, etc.

      Note: From Windows 10 v1703, Disk Cleanup is replaced by Storage Sense. It can be scheduled to auto-clean temp files, cache, and Recycle Bin. Requires a user session to run. Learn more from this page.

    • Disk Defragmenter : Select the drive and options:

      • Verbose – Detailed analysis and results
      • Analyze – Pre-check the drive before defragmenting
      • Force Defragmentation – Run regardless of condition

Step 2: Define Target

Use the Defining Targets procedure to select the computers where the task will run.

Step 3: Define Scheduler

Specify when and how often the task should run:

ParameterDescription
Run As* Username to run the task. Use dynamic variables if needed.
Password User password.
Confirm Password Re-enter password for verification.
Perform this task* Choose the trigger:
  • Daily / Weekly / Monthly / Once
  • At System Startup / At Logon / When Idle
Advanced Settings
General
  • Enable task
  • Run only when user is logged in
Scheduled Task Completed
  • Delete when done
  • Auto-stop after a set time
Idle Time
  • Start when idle for x minutes
  • Stop if activity resumes
Power Management
  • Don’t run if on battery
  • Stop task if battery mode starts
  • Wake the device if asleep

Step 4: Deploy the Task

Click Deploy to push the task to your selected devices. You can view execution status and history in the Task Details view.