Q: Open Visual Studio Minimized in a batch script I'm looking to make a batch file to open all relevant programs on my comp when need to, but I want Visual Studio to open minimized. I know that some programs won't open minimized even with the "/min" param, but is there any way to force it to with other params or to minimize an open window?
If it's not possible, can someone provide an explanation about WHY some programs cant?

A: I have no idea how to do it in a Batch Script. That /min switch is something each application itself should have to implement and support and I know no applications that actually do this. You can, however, use PowerShell to accomplish what you're after.
This blog post explains the simple step to take:
 Start-Process notepad.exe -WindowStyle Minimized


A: Use "start" with the "MIN" switch to start any application minimized.
