Windows batch file - second prompt doesn't work [duplicate]

If the second prompt in your Windows batch file isn't working, it's likely due to the fact that the set /p command doesn't clear the input buffer. Here's an example of how this issue can occur:

batchCopy code
@echo off



set /p var1=Enter value 1: 

echo Value 1 is %var1%



set /p var2=Enter value 2: 

echo Value 2 is %var2%

In this example, the first prompt will work correctly and allow the user to input a value. However, when the second prompt appears, the input buffer still contains the value entered in the first prompt, and the user won't be able to enter a new value.

To fix this issue, you can add the cls command after the first set /p command to clear the screen and input buffer, like this:

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@echo off



set /p var1=Enter value 1: 

echo Value 1 is %var1%



cls



set /p var2=Enter value 2: 

echo Value 2 is %var2%

This will clear the input buffer and allow the user to enter a new value in the second prompt. Alternatively, you can use the choice command to prompt the user for a choice or a Y/N response, which automatically clears the input buffer.