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How Do I Open a Command Prompt?

Published in Computer Skills 1 min read

You can open a Command Prompt in Windows by following these simple steps:

  1. Press the Windows key on your keyboard.
  2. Type "cmd" in the search bar.
  3. Select "Command Prompt" from the search results.

Alternatively, you can also use these methods:

  • Right-click on the Windows Start button and select "Command Prompt".
  • Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box, then type "cmd" and press Enter.
  • Navigate to the folder where you want to open the Command Prompt, then hold Shift and right-click on an empty space within the folder. Choose "Open PowerShell window here" or "Open command window here" from the context menu.

Once you've opened a Command Prompt window, you can use it to enter commands and interact with your computer's operating system.

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