200 Run Commands for Windows 10

Microsoft created Windows operating system with beautiful interfaces from the simple Disk Operating System (DOS). Still most of the people are convenient in using Command Prompt to get things done. Because it is very difficult to navigate through hundreds of thousands of options available in Windows 10. Due to this fact, Microsoft also offers a quick option using Run command box to open programs and get things done in Windows. In this article, let us show you how to use Run command and top 10 Run commands for Windows 10 that will make your task easy.

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Opening Run Prompt

Run command is part of BASIC programming language used for starting a program. In Windows, people uses Run command to quickly open apps and documents. Simply press ‘Win + R’ shortcut keys to open the Run prompt.

Run Command in Windows 10

You can enter any application name or folder or document in the ‘Open’ text box. Hit enter key to open the app or document. You can also open websites by entering the full URL like https://www.webnots.com.

Remember, you should enter the correct name of the app or folder, otherwise Windows will throw you an error like below.

Run Command Error

Adding Run Command in Menu or Taskbar

Click on ‘Start’ button and go to Windows search box or use Cortana search box. Enter ‘run’, you will see ‘Run’ desktop app showing as first option.

Add Run Command to Desktop and Taskbar

Right click on ‘Run option and select ‘Pin to Start’ to add the Run menu item in the start menu. Otherwise choose ‘Pin to Taskbar’ to add it in taskbar for quick access.

200 Run Commands for Windows 10