1. Create a <applicationName>.bat file
2. In the edit mode, enter the direct path to the executable.
(eg) C:\Program Files\nAnt\bin\nAnt.exe
3. Save and close the file and store it under the C:\Windows folder.
4. Open the command prompt window, and type in the batch file name to access the program.
A how-to note to self.
1. In explorer, open Tools, Folder Options.
2. Select the File Types tab.
3.For Windows XP: Go to NONE / Folder.
For Windows 2000: Press n to scroll to the N/A section.
For Windows NT/98/95: Press f to scroll to the Folders section.
4.Select the entry labeled Folder
5.For Windows 2000/XP: Press Advanced button.
For Windows NT/98/95: Press Edit button.
6. Select New
7. In the action block type "Command Prompt" without the quotes.
8. In the app block type "cmd.exe" without the quotes.
9. Save and exit Folder Options.
10. Close that instance of Explorer window and open a new one.