Q: How do I open the command line on Windows

Do you need to open the Command Line, Command Prompt, MS-DOS Prompt, or Terminal on your Windows based computer? There are a few ways to do this, depending upon the version of Windows you have installed.

TL;DR – Windows Key + R > Type “CMD” and Press Enter

Windows 9x/2000/ME/XP

  • Start > Programs > Accessories > MS-DOS Prompt or Command Prompt
  • Start > Run… Then Type “command” or “cmd” and hit enter or click “OK”
  • Windows Key + R > Type “command” or “cmd” and hit enter or click “OK”

Windows Vista/7/8

  • Start > Programs > Accessories > [Windows Systems] > Command Prompt
  • Start > Run… Then Type “cmd” and hit enter or click “OK”
  • Windows Key + R > Type “command” or “cmd” and hit enter or click “OK”
  • To open the Command Prompt in particular Folder:
    • If you have the fold Open in the Windows Explorer (Read: You are looking in the folder).
    • Press and hold “Shift” while right click in the white space in the folder (do not select a file or folder).
    • Click “Open Command Window Here”, usually under “Paste”
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