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Windows Run commands provide a quick and efficient way to access system settings, applications, and utilities. Instead of navigating through multiple menus, you can simply type a command in the Run dialog box (Win + R) and press Enter.
Here’s an extensive list of useful Run commands, categorized for easier reference.
1. System & Device Management Commands
Command
Description
compmgmt.msc
Opens Computer Management for system tools.
devmgmt.msc
Opens Device Manager to manage hardware.
diskmgmt.msc
Opens Disk Management for partitioning drives.
services.msc
Manages Windows Services.
eventvwr.msc
Opens Event Viewer to check system logs.
taskmgr
Opens Task Manager.
msinfo32
Displays System Information.
dxdiag
Opens DirectX Diagnostic Tool.
perfmon
Opens Performance Monitor.
regedit
Opens Registry Editor (Be cautious!).
gpedit.msc
Opens Group Policy Editor (Pro & Enterprise editions).
secpol.msc
Opens Local Security Policy settings.
taskschd.msc
Opens Task Scheduler for automated tasks.
2. Power & Battery Management Commands
Command
Description
powercfg.cpl
Opens Power Options.
ms-settings:powersleep
Adjusts Power & Sleep settings.
powercfg /batteryreport
Generates a battery health report.
powercfg /energy
Creates an energy efficiency report.
powercfg /hibernate on
Enables hibernation mode.
powercfg /hibernate off
Disables hibernation mode.
powercfg /deviceenablewake
Allows a device to wake the PC.
powercfg /devicedisablewake
Prevents a device from waking the PC.
3. Accessibility & Ease of Access Commands
Command
Description
magnify
Opens Magnifier for screen zooming.
narrator
Launches Narrator for screen reading.
osk
Opens On-Screen Keyboard.
utilman
Opens Ease of Access Center.
ms-settings:easeofaccess-display
Adjusts Display Accessibility settings.
ms-settings:easeofaccess-keyboard
Opens Keyboard Accessibility settings.
ms-settings:easeofaccess-mouse
Opens Mouse Accessibility settings.
ms-settings:easeofaccess-highcontrast
Opens High Contrast settings.
ms-settings:easeofaccess-colorfilter
Opens Color Filters settings.
4. Display & Personalization Commands
Command
Description
desk.cpl
Opens Display Settings.
control color
Customizes Window Colors.
dpiscaling
Opens Display Scaling settings.
ms-settings:personalization
Opens Personalization Settings.
ms-settings:themes
Opens Themes Settings.
ms-settings:display-advanced
Adjusts Advanced Display settings.
5. Network & Internet Commands
Command
Description
ncpa.cpl
Opens Network Connections.
ipconfig
Displays IP Configuration in Command Prompt.
ping example.com
Tests network connectivity to a server.
control netconnections
Opens Network & Sharing Center.
ms-settings:network-wifi
Opens Wi-Fi Settings.
ms-settings:network-vpn
Opens VPN Settings.
ms-settings:network-proxy
Opens Proxy Settings.
ms-settings:datausage
Views Data Usage.
6. Windows Settings & Configuration Commands
Command
Description
ms-settings:
Opens the main Settings app.
ms-settings:network
Opens Network & Internet settings.
ms-settings:display
Opens Display Settings.
ms-settings:windowsupdate
Opens Windows Update settings.
ms-settings:privacy
Opens Privacy Settings.
ms-settings:bluetooth
Opens Bluetooth Settings.
ms-settings:timeandlanguage
Opens Time & Language settings.
ms-settings:gaming
Opens Gaming Settings.
ms-settings:region
Opens Region Settings.
ms-settings:storage
Opens Storage Settings.
ms-settings:notifications
Opens Notifications Settings.
7. Commonly Used Apps Commands
Command
Description
notepad
Opens Notepad.
calc
Opens Calculator.
snippingtool
Opens Snipping Tool for screenshots.
mspaint
Opens Microsoft Paint.
winword
Opens Microsoft Word (if installed).
excel
Opens Microsoft Excel (if installed).
powerpnt
Opens Microsoft PowerPoint (if installed).
chrome
Opens Google Chrome (if installed).
firefox
Opens Mozilla Firefox (if installed).
msedge
Opens Microsoft Edge.
8. Windows Security & Firewall Commands
Command
Description
firewall.cpl
Opens Windows Firewall Settings.
wf.msc
Opens Advanced Firewall Settings.
ms-settings:windowsdefender
Opens Windows Security.
sigverif
Verifies Driver Signatures.
verifier
Checks Driver Integrity.
msconfig
Opens System Configuration.
sfc /scannow
Runs System File Checker for errors.
dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth
Repairs Windows Image.
9. File & Disk Management Commands
Command
Description
cleanmgr
Launches Disk Cleanup.
dfrgui
Opens Disk Defragmenter.
chkdsk
Checks & repairs Disk Errors.
diskpart
Opens Disk Partition Manager.
onedrive
Opens OneDrive folder.
explorer
Opens File Explorer.
recent
Opens Recently Opened Files.
%AppData%
Opens AppData Folder.
downloads
Opens Downloads Folder.
documents
Opens Documents Folder.
10. Shutdown & Restart Commands
Command
Description
shutdown -s -t 0
Shuts down Windows immediately.
shutdown -r -t 0
Restarts Windows immediately.
logoff
Logs off the current user.
Final Thoughts
These Run commands can make your Windows experience faster and more efficient. By learning and using them, you can quickly access essential settings, troubleshoot problems, and manage system tasks effortlessly.
Did I miss any useful Run commands? Let me know in the comments! 🚀
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