How do I run a .lua script?

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I need to execute a .lua script using windows command line (cmd). I've got my .lua file in the same folder in which my lua.exe is.

I've tried several ways of running the file but I can't figure out how to do it. =(

(I also have the same script with the extension .out)

As much as I love Linux over Windows, I **strongly disagree** with this being closed. There is a MASSIVE number of Windows machines, and I'm certain there are plenty of people trying to use Lua on them. — CodeMouse92, May 02 '16 at 21:47
Disagree with the reason for closing this! "How to run lua script on windows?" is too localized? really? — James Poulose, Jun 06 '17 at 20:15

HennyH · Accepted Answer · 2013-05-22T13:32:16.910

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C:\path\to\lua.exe file_name.lua OR lua file_name.lua if you've set up envrioment variables. If the prior doesn't work, simply drag and drop the file_name.lua onto the lua.exe.

edited May 22 '13 at 13:32

answered May 22 '13 at 13:25

HennyH

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Ohh... It's so simple! I was getting errors over and over again, them I've downloaded another .exe and it worked! Thank you! – matheusesp May 22 '13 at 13:32
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@matheusesp: If you want to thank him, accept his answer (with the checkmark beside the answer). – Nicol Bolas May 22 '13 at 14:35

How do I run a .lua script?

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