You do not want to run your batch against the wrong files.
The program defaults to only accept certain input and work directories. However, this can be turned off.
Program and batch filters
"Order of execution" is defined by the order of filters and modules:
Files that match the first listed pattern/modules are processed in first "round".
Files that match the second listed pattern/modules are processed in second "round".
... etc.
Program import and export
Various controls support both import and export of data.
Batch progress
Follow progress as an automation project is executing.
Automation and Batch Modules
By far most modules are builtin. However, it is also possible for 3rd party to write plugin modules with custom functionality. he built-in automation modules include:
DeleteFiles
Delete files with specific names.
ExtensionRenamer
Rename file extensions.
FtpUploader
Upload files to FTP servers.
ImageEffects
Can perform certain operations/effects on bitmap images.
ListDirInHtml
Generate a html "index" file that lists and links to all files and directories within a given directory.
ListPathes
All paths passed to plugin will be separated by a string, e.g. ",", and written to a designated file.
PathNameFixer
Alter directory and file path names in various ways.
RunOther
Use this to call third party applications with paths as parameters.
TextReplacer
Search and replace text (strings) in files.
WebPageOptimizer
Optimize HTML space usage often leading to output size being 20-30% smaller.