How to Run Command Prompt in Windows?

For Windows 8, 8.1, 10, 11:

1. Press +S on your keyboard.
2. Type cmd in the search field.
3. Do one of the following:
   • If you want to run the command prompt with administrator privileges, right-click Command Prompt and select Run as administrator.
   • If you want to run the command prompt without administrator privileges, click Command Prompt.

For Windows 7:

1. Click Start → All Programs → Accessories.
2. Do one of the following:
   • If you want to run the command prompt with administrator privileges, right-click Command Prompt and select Run as administrator.
   • If you want to run the command prompt without administrator privileges, click Command Prompt.

You can also use Windows PowerShell instead of the command prompt. See the Microsoft website for more information.