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Microsoft Windows Commands

The document provides a comprehensive list of Microsoft Windows commands categorized by their functions, including launching administrative tools, system diagnostics, file management, security, and various settings. Each command is accompanied by a brief description of its purpose, such as opening specific applications or managing system settings. This serves as a useful reference for users seeking to navigate and utilize Windows functionalities efficiently.
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Microsoft Windows Commands

The document provides a comprehensive list of Microsoft Windows commands categorized by their functions, including launching administrative tools, system diagnostics, file management, security, and various settings. Each command is accompanied by a brief description of its purpose, such as opening specific applications or managing system settings. This serves as a useful reference for users seeking to navigate and utilize Windows functionalities efficiently.
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Microsoft Windows Commands

To launch administrative tools


compmgmt.msc: Opens Computer Management for system tools.
devmgmt.msc: Launches Device Manager for hardware management.
diskmgmt.msc: Opens Disk Management for storage tasks.
services.msc: Manages background services.
eventvwr.msc: Opens Event Viewer for system logs.
secpol.msc: Open Local Security Policy
regedit: Open Registry Editor
taskschd.msc: Open Task Scheduler
gpedit.msc: Open Group Policy Editor (Pro & Enterprise)

For system diagnostics and troubleshooting


msinfo32: Opens System Information for hardware and software details.
dxdiag: Launches DirectX Diagnostic Tool for graphics and sound issues
verifier: Opens Driver Verifier Manager
resmon: Opens Resource Monitor to check system performance
perfmon: Opens Performance Monitor
mdsched: Runs Windows Memory Diagnostic for RAM issues
msdt: Opens Microsoft Support Diagnostic Tool
dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth: Repairs Windows image
sfc /scannow: Scans and repairs system files
chkdsk: Run Check Disk (Use with /f or /r for fixes)
winver: Check Windows Version
cleanmgr: Opens Disk Cleanup

For file and storage management


cleanmgr: Launches Disk Cleanup to free up space
dfrgui: Opens Disk Defragmenter to optimize drives
chkdsk: Checks and repairs disk errors
diskpart: Opens Disk Partition utility
onedrive: Open the OneDrive folder
shell:AppsFolder: Open all apps folder
wab: Open the Windows contacts folder
explorer: Open the File Explorer
recent: Open recent files and folder
documents: Open Documents folder
downloads: Open Downloads folder
favorites: Open Favorites folder
pictures: Open Pictures folder
videos: Open Videos folder
%AppData%: Open App Data folder
debug: Access Debug folder
backup: Opens backup folder
%systemdrive%: Open system drive (usually C:)
Type drive name followed by a colon or folder path: Open a specific drive or Folder
location

For security and maintenance


firewall.cpl: Opens Windows Defender Firewall.
wf.msc: Launches Firewall with advanced security.
ms-settings:windowsdefender: Opens Windows Security.
sigverif: Verifies file signatures for security.
verifier: Checks driver integrity.
msconfig: Opens System Configuration
sfc /scannow: Runs system file checker
dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth: Repairs Windows image
To launch apps
notepad: Opens Notepad instantly.
calc: Launches the Calculator app.
snippingtool: Opens screenshot-taking app
mspaint: Opens Microsoft Paint for quick edits
winword: Starts Microsoft Word (if installed)
excel: Opens Microsoft Excel (if installed)
chrome: Launches Google Chrome (if installed)
msedge: Opens Microsoft Edge
control: Opens the Control Panel
explorer: Opens File Explorer
powerpnt: Open Microsoft PowerPoint (if installed)
firefox: Open Mozilla Firefox (if installed)
wmplayer: Open Windows Media Player
msra: Open Windows Remote Assistance
outlook: Open Microsoft Outlook (if installed)

To launch different settings


ms-settings: :Opens the main Settings app
ms-settings:network : Takes you straight to network & internet settings
ms-settings:display : Opens display settings for screen adjustments
ms-settings:personalization : Customize your desktop with personalization settings
ms-settings:windowsupdate : Check for updates in Windows Update settings
ms-settings:network : Opens Network & Internet settings
ms-settings:privacy : Opens Privacy settings.
ms-settings:bluetooth : Opens Bluetooth settings.
ms-settings:devices : Opens Devices settings.
ms-settings:system : Opens System settings.
ms-settings:accounts : Opens Accounts settings.
ms-settings:timeandlanguage : Opens Time & Language settings.
ms-settings:gaming : Opens Gaming settings.
ms-settings:region : Opens Region settings.
ms-settings:optionalfeatures : Opens Optional Features settings.
ms-settings:storage : Opens Storage settings.
ms-settings:notifications : Opens Notifications settings.
ms-settings:taskbar : Opens Taskbar settings.
ms-settings:start : Opens Start Menu settings.
ms-settings:lockscreen : Opens Lock Screen settings.

For network and connectivity


ncpa.cpl: Opens Network Connections for adapter settings
ipconfig: Displays IP configuration in Command Prompt
ping: Tests network connectivity
control netconnections: Opens Network and Sharing Center
ms-settings:network-wifi: Opens Wi-Fi settings
ms-settings:datausage: View data usage
ms-settings:network-vpn: Manage VPN
ms-settings:network-proxy: Configures proxy settings

For display and appearance


desk.cpl: Opens Display Settings
control color: Customizes window colors
dpiscaling: Opens display scaling settings
ms-settings:personalization: Opens Personalization settings
ms-settings:themes: Changes desktop themes
ms-settings:display-advanced : Adjusts advanced display settings

For accessibility and ease of use


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: Opens display accessibility settings.
ms-settings:easeofaccess-cursor: Opens cursor accessibility settings.
ms-settings:easeofaccess-mouse: Opens mouse accessibility settings.
ms-settings:easeofaccess-keyboard: Opens keyboard accessibility settings.
ms-settings:easeofaccess-narrator: Opens narrator accessibility settings.
ms-settings:easeofaccess-magnifier: Opens magnifier accessibility settings.
ms-settings:easeofaccess-colorfilter: Opens color filter accessibility settings.
ms-settings:easeofaccess-highcontrast: Opens high contrast accessibility settings.
ms-settings:easeofaccess-closedcaptioning: Opens closed captioning accessibility
settings.
ms-settings:easeofaccess-audio: Opens audio accessibility settings.
ms-settings:easeofaccess-eyecontrol: Opens eye control accessibility settings.
ms-settings:easeofaccess-mousepointer: Opens mouse pointer accessibility settings.

For power management


powercfg.cpl: Opens Power Options
ms-settings:powersleep: Adjusts power and sleep settings
powercfg /batteryreport: Generates a battery report
powercfg /energy: Creates an energy efficiency report
powercfg /hibernate: Enables or disables hibernation
powercfg /deviceenablewake: Enables a device to wake the computer.
powercfg /devicedisablewake: Disables a device from waking the computer.

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