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Added on 02/23/07: With the release of Windows Vista, the Run Commands list has increased. If you have Windows Vista, take a look at my other site FixMyVista.com. Look for the article 177 Run Commands
Comments (245)
  written by rahulzankar, April 03, 2008
this is good help. ppl should come with help like ths.
 written by Guest, March 28, 2008
Type "outlook" to open Microsoft Outlook.
written by knocked up, March 24, 2008
i am developing a project and need to use the run commands. the list u have provided is great... but i wanna know if there is any command to run winamp????
Please help!!!! Thanks for the list.. written by Moovendan, March 05, 2008
this is amazing stuff which can reduce the work time. Thank u so much.
written by U can't c me. My tym is up, February 03, 2008
Hi all,
Got probs with my networking command. MS-DoS is working fine even now but ipconfig /all, net view, tracert and other networking utilities cmd is not working both using wireless and wired connection. Internet connection is working fine and so is my windows vista home premium. Advice me plz what to do plz!!!! my email add: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . Thanks  written by Sadham Hussein, January 24, 2008
Nice job man! You don't get to see masterpieces like this everyday!
written by Abhi, January 24, 2008
Hi,
your done a great job Thanks for your team members Abhi written by Viswanathan sundararajan, January 24, 2008
I have a LAN connection,wherein I used to check LAN activity status every now and then. While "sent packet" numbers gradually increase , the "received packet" numbers do not register any progress. With the result downloading of mails in my outlook express and browsing are considerably affected. can you please guide me as to whether anything has to be done at my end.
Yours sincerely, v.sundararajan written by Patchx, January 23, 2008
Hi,
I am trying to put together an autorun disk for where i work and i was wondering if you knew of a run command that would open the Wireless network connection status window only? not all network connections just for the wireless. Also is there a command to open the power meter? is there a way to run a command and not need to ok the process in vista? thank you for your time and this site. written by GRAEME, January 22, 2008
WINMSD TO CHECK YOUR PC SPEC
written by CraZy E, January 22, 2008
Good job, this will prove very useful
written by jeya, January 20, 2008
Thanks for help,
written by ¿viro¿, January 16, 2008
how do i use the run cmd to let me type a warning command
plz help written by doug, January 14, 2008
I just started playing an online game called, "dark throne". It's nice, but requires I click a "recruit" army button 250 - 350 times a day (about 15 minutes) in order to play the game and grow your army. Am about to quit playing because of the boring & time consuming clicking of this button, which is required every day. I went on google and saw an auto click program someone had written (it's below). I don't know how to set it up to work (my computer had Vista). Can anyone advise? my e-mail is
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- thank you and best wishes in '08.
Run("C:Program FilesInternet Exploreriexplore.exe") WinWait("Dark Throne (beta) Recruitloop - Microsoft Internet Explorer") Global $Paused HotKeySet("{ESC}", "Pause") While 1 If PixelGetColor(600, 500) = 0 And StatusbarGetText("Dark Throne (beta) Recruitloop - Microsoft Internet Explorer") = "Done" Then MouseClick("Left", 566, 388, 1) EndIf WEnd While 2 If PixelGetColor(600, 500) = 0 And WinGetText("Dark Throne (beta) Recruitloop - Microsoft Internet Explorer", "Due to players using automated programs which hurt our site, refreshing has been disabled. Please use the recruit! button on the recruiter. Click here to continue") Then MouseClick("Left", 577, 484, 1) EndIf WEnd While 3 If PixelGetColor(600, 500) = 0 And WinGetText("Dark Throne (beta) Recruitloop - Microsoft Internet Explorer", "You have already clicked the maximum number of members for today") Then MsgBox(48, "Done", "You have finished Clicking!") EndIf WEnd Func Pause() $Paused = Not $Paused While $Paused Sleep(100) ToolTip('Paused', 0, 0) WEnd ToolTip("") EndFunc ;==>Pause written by Psomopoulos, January 14, 2008
good stuff.
Thank u!!! written by chrisman, January 13, 2008
Hey does anyone know a run command that will make it possible to switch between internet user agents?
written by mig, January 10, 2008
im doing a science fair project on computers and innerworkings and was wondering if someone could give me the command to get into the keyboard history. my networking prof. said there is a command to see everything that has been typed into the computer
please help written by Samdinakar, January 10, 2008
I haven;t used commmands but these are very usefull for everyone..u know i learned all commands from this site..then, why r u late. learn from this site n enjoy the keys.....Bye Bye
Samdinakar.P written by Dannny the IT manny, January 08, 2008
I have done everything stated on MS KB but still no luck, does anyone have any other ideas?
written by question, January 07, 2008
Why CTRL F command isn't working on this site?
written by HOHOHO, January 05, 2008
Great Site
Here's a run command to search active directory. rundll32 dsquery,OpenQueryWindow ps is there a run command for mail, taskbar and startmenu in the control panel written by HOHOHO, January 05, 2008
Great site, very helpfull
Here's a run command to open search active directory. rundll32 dsquery,OpenQueryWindow ps I wonder if there is a run command for mail and taskbar start menu in the control panel. written by K. Ravindra Reddy, January 05, 2008
I want to know all things that i have opened before in my system.
Please tell me is there any command to know all things that as i told before.  written by janine stones, January 02, 2008
Just to say thanks to eberyone who contributed to this list, useful stuff and no work required to compile the list
written by Jerren, December 27, 2007
Nice List!
Found 1 mis-match though.. Microsoft Access is launched by "msaccess". The listed command of "access.cpl" launches the Accessibility Options. Also, I'm not sure if these are duplicates or a difference of operating systems versions: Microsoft Paint - mspaint Paint - pbrush written by Dee, December 27, 2007
Which run command is used to remove all the email addresses on the computer?
I dont remember. Thank you written by VIc, December 25, 2007
i am just trying to get my key code product from run command i know there is a way i used it before but i forgot the command
written by cALE, December 24, 2007
THIS COMMANDS IS VERY COOL
written by Kaizar, December 23, 2007
Ya Its Realy HelpFul To Open Anything Through Run....
Great Work... Keep It Up. written by Elaine, December 19, 2007
When I startup my laptop it takes forever, is there any way of getting to the startup list to "uncheck" some of the programs?
written by MrShed, December 17, 2007
Just another to add:
RunAs - allows you to run a program temporarily as another user written by cmd with no run, December 17, 2007
To open the cmd window without run goto my documents create a new text document and in that text document write this start command.com then save as and call it this command.bat then after you save a window will appear in your documents click on this and ou will have the cmd window
written by mario, December 15, 2007
i see a lot of command but i can't see this one telnet towel.blinkenlights.nl you guys should check it out... it;s harmless... actually it's a great command... have a great time
 written by mario, December 15, 2007
i was looking through the list and i didn't see the particular command i was looking for, it opens something that lets you edit what programs run on startup. i would like to get at this so quicktime and thrity other programs don't load every time i start my pc.
Steve for that you can use msconfig written by Thirupathi, December 12, 2007 written by hanamichi, December 12, 2007
when do we need to update bios? is it okay if im not going to update after i assemble new PC?
written by venu, December 11, 2007
this site is really nice
written by Kiran, December 11, 2007
Thanks a lot for sharing this wonderful info
written by jon doe, December 09, 2007
more commands
. - C:Documents and Settings%username% .. - C:Documents and Settings written by Darshana, December 07, 2007
thanks mate good work...........
written by West Loewen, December 05, 2007
i tried making my start menu more simple by deleting some of its links... but i accidently deleted the run command , is there another way to locate it or bring it back?
written by marvin nubwaxer, December 03, 2007
when you see anything that has the word microsoft in it, the best thing to do at once is run.
written by Payless Technology, December 01, 2007
to get to registry (Windows XP):
Click on: Start Click on RUN type: regedit if your RUN is missing do this: 1.Right click on "start" button 2. Click on "Properties" 3. on "Start Menu" tab check "Start Menu" and click on "Customise..." 4. Go to Advanced tab and Scrol down that box to almost the end and then: 5. CHECK "Run Commond" then Click "OK" Click "Apply" Click "OK" Now you have Run Command on your start menu written by An Excited Person, November 21, 2007
I've allways wanted to write my own fonts!!!!!!!!!!!
 written by Services, November 21, 2007
How to start windows with minimum servies???
written by me, November 16, 2007
msconfig won't work for windows 2000 , just FYI
written by This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it , November 14, 2007
Great site, thanks so much for all the useful tips.
Is there any possible way to run "Run" when it is blocked on a computer? If you could email me, if it is a yes that is, I'd very much so appreciate it. Thanks. written by TF, November 14, 2007
OPEN WORDPAD AND TYPE COMMAND.COM and click save as and save it as .bat make sure u put it in a place where u can access it. then double click the wordpad saved as ".bat" and it will open run
YOUR WELCOME written by the one, November 12, 2007
hey y'all,
this looks like a great website for experts..., am only an novice but may be I'll find help here. Can somebody tell how I can remotely open from PC my desk neighbours cd drive? Have seen it before, but forgot it. Cheers, the one. written by Grupo Marrano, November 08, 2007
y un saludo pa todos los ojetes que estan escuchando este disco aya en estaos unidos , manden lana pa'aca cabrones ....
written by Abrham, November 07, 2007  The list I was looking for for so long.That is realy a very great work man! Keep it up. 10Q very much  written by John6191, November 06, 2007
How about rstrui for system restore point?
written by guest, November 01, 2007
may i know how to delete the run command history?
because after you key in it will save in there... written by geox, October 31, 2007
how would you open the C: properties dialog box?, or let say, the D: or the properties of whatever the folder from the command line or Run?
written by Ronhova, October 31, 2007
compmgmt.msc is an awsome run command.A few years ago i bought a 250gb western digital hard drive for my old computer and it wasn't compatible. It only gave me 130gb of space. When i upgraded to a new computer and transfered the hard drive over it was still maxed out at 130gb. But thanks to the compmgmt.msc run command I saw on this list I was able to enter disk management and partition my hard drive and fully use all the storage space possible. Thanks, great list.
written by Sathiya, October 22, 2007
Type (backslash) in Windows -> Start -> Run
It opens C: drive window written by asdf, October 22, 2007
control userpasswords2
you don't have that one. you don't have s**t. written by dconnor, October 22, 2007
How about adding the 'tracert' command for running trace routes?
written by Rajesh Nathani, October 21, 2007
hi,
this is really help full........ written by Twizler, October 19, 2007
When you want to run a command such as ipconfig /all
you can run it as one statement from the run window. You dont need to open a command prompt and the typ it. Add a /k to cmd (cmd /k )swtich. It tells cmd to add the command to the DOS window. Very much like a pipe |. Example: (winkey R)-->Run window--> cmd /k ipconfig /all ---------- Or try ------ cmd /k ipconfig /displaydns written by Jason, October 16, 2007
Steve, you're referring to the MSCONFIG tool (start->run "msconfig")
written by JC, October 11, 2007
Thanks! this s**t is awesome!!!
written by brett, October 11, 2007
"msconfig" will open a new window, then click "startup" to control which programs start when your computer boots.
written by Nav, October 10, 2007
nice one !!! gud work i havn't seen some of these before
written by guest, October 08, 2007
This is an absoloutley awsome list, but i need some more help. My school has blocked just about everything on my laptop, and i just need to know a way to get to my network places. They wont let us right click, or anything. I found a way to get to the command prompt, but the command to get to my network places has also been blocked. If you know a way around this, plz tell me
written by DK534, October 07, 2007
If I wanted to export video through an s-video cable, but my laptop screen isn't working, is there any command i could type that would work? Usually I have to plug in an external monitor and adjust all my settings with clicks.
Dan written by Davis, October 04, 2007
I appreciate you taking your time out to run this great website, im sure its costly too =[
written by Felix C. Gabunales, Jr., September 29, 2007
This stuff is awesome!!!
I learned a lot from this.. fixmyxp.com rocks!!! written by mohamad reza, September 27, 2007
hi
I was looking motherboard model by run command ?  written by ras, September 25, 2007
Type: explorer
Thus in a cmd window, or even in cygwin, you can type: explorer . to open the dir you're in -r written by JohnVista, September 22, 2007
Most people's opinion of Windows Vista is that it's not worth the time or expense of the upgrade, except when it comes pre-loaded with a new system. I would agree with most people, however, one of the best things about Windows Vista is the customization features that's available throughout the entire software line (Basic, Business, Ultimate, etc.).
With Windows Vista, you can customize the theme and user interface with Vista desktops, skins, widgets, icons, and more. And many are available for free to download at websites like http://www.vista-skins.com or by typing in "vista skins" at Google. For several years, Mac, Unix, and Linux users always bragged about how Mac OS X or their GUI interface outshined the dated, aged, tired Windows interface. Now, you have a chance to leapfrog or even get a comparable Mac OS X experience by updating the Windows Vista's skins and themes. written by Guest, September 22, 2007
99.9999...% of internet is blocked on my school, only 1 page is working...is there any thing i can do from shell or run to unblock internet?
Thanks written by base, September 21, 2007
In run type ... and press OK you will get to MyComputer
written by Britec, September 19, 2007
Nice site, alot of good stuff on here keep up the good work.
I think I got some more run commands to add to that list I will dig them out. My Tech Blog written by ebad, September 19, 2007
hey thanx buddy u r genius.this commands are very useful
written by ebad, September 19, 2007
hey thanx buddy u r genius
written by Firefly, September 17, 2007
To open My Computer using a Run Command. Open Run (Windows Key R) then type "..." (without the inverted commas)
written by nevin, September 16, 2007
hi,
I appreciate your work for creating a web page like this .This is very helpful for every one . I learned a a lot from this .Thank you very much for your work. But the command for msaccess in your list is given as access.cpl ,if we run this command it is taking to accessibility options .It should be changed to msaccess. thanks & regards This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it written by haMad Asghar, September 15, 2007
Gud Info buddy
written by vikky chaudhari, September 14, 2007
i m so impress, because i need this command ago few days i was just surfing on internet and finally i got it.
I AM REALLY THANKS TO FIXMYXP.COM ONCE AGAIN. written by Bert154, September 11, 2007
Someone had already metioned it before, but it really is one of the best run commands integrated into Windows XP that was transfered over from Windows 2000. IN XP, this is the only way to access this feature.
"control userpasswords2" written by Sujith, September 09, 2007
To get System Properties dialog box, hold WINKEY PAUSE/BREAK Key
written by Help.., September 08, 2007
windows cannot find 'msconfig' make sure you typed the name correctly and try again..
Ive tried this on my brothers computer and it works.. Anyone know whats wrong?? Im using an HP with Windows XP, my brother has a dell with XP.. written by Andrej, September 08, 2007
heheheh nice ran comands people
written by ceejay, September 08, 2007
Adobe Designer (if installed)
acrodist => acrodesig ? Adobe Distiller (if installed) acrodist written by dondanielo, September 05, 2007
woow i can need these
thx.. does maybe anyone knows more command prompt tricks for internet explorer? I'm on a gymnasium where we have connection to the internet, but when I try to open it, there is an error.. so there is internet explorer, also there is a connection.. when I look with command prompt (netstat) it shows me there is connection.. the teacher has control over it ( the programm Novell is used ) does anybody have an idea how to get into internet ? maybe using command prompt ? thx written by yesi sexy mom, September 02, 2007
xp crashed . need help
p.s desprit written by BlackKnight, August 30, 2007
I type in msconfig into the run widown and get told it cannot find it , how do I get it to work again ? Wont even let me access it through my regvac. Dont know how I lost it but it is gone . Any advice?
written by nate, August 29, 2007
it has been msconfig in the past, not sure if it always works
written by Ajay Kale, August 27, 2007
Hello Sir/Mam,
I just want to know the command for runnig my exe created, also passing parameters to the program. I located the path of exe by cd in command prompt, then I reached to the dir of exe , now what should I do to run it from that command promt........ written by Toto, August 26, 2007 Stay cool Steve... Nice site... written by :o, August 21, 2007
Is there a run command to open wireless network/local area connection internet protocol properties?
 written by Alex B, August 18, 2007
start--->
run---> -type "sol" written by Fred Flintstone, August 09, 2007
To get the run command, when it is not on the menu:
Ctrl-Alt-Delete. Select - Task Manager - Start a new task - Type cmd - hit return - voila you have the run text box. written by Chris E., August 09, 2007
I know that question was asked a long time ago, but here's the answer... msconfig.... that is the command that lets you edit what programs run at startup.
written by Raghu, August 06, 2007
Hi,
could anyone help me with "wupdmgr" command run options to prevent user intervention in launching and installing the Windows update. Thank you very much in advance. written by jorge, July 17, 2007
windows xp, can't get a scheduled task to start a particular playlist in windows media player?
written by David F, June 14, 2007
Hi, is there any command I can do to turn on my Autocomplete, to save my username and passwords on forms? When I go into the Autocomplete menu, the option is unavailable. Any help would be great, thanks.
David written by Bryan Erb, June 14, 2007
About shutdown command
"shutdown -a" minus the quotations of course written by David Fear, June 12, 2007
Microsoft Access start|run command should be 'msaccess' not 'access.cpl'. Great site tho mate!
Another shortcut is ".." .... info below All LAN users: if you type start|run, and type "..", it will take you to your network home directory. From there, insert a shortcut to your favourite file(s) into this directory (e.g. shortcut to I:David FearOncall Spreadsheet.xls), rename that shortcut to "OC", and that becomes your START|RUN shortcut! so you do the ol' START|RUN, "OC", and it will fire up your spreadsheet. i LOVE this feature! spread the word -david fear, taupo, new zealand written by JohnDoe, June 12, 2007
Steve, you're looking for the command MSCONFIG which is in the list
written by Chris - Windows Developer and, June 12, 2007
Usefull run commands :-
mailto: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it &subject=subject-line loads the default email client and pre-fills the send to and subject lines http://www.mydomain.com loads the default web browser registered to windows with the website named written by Akshay, June 12, 2007
Many virus disable the GUI options like "folder options". I was able to tackle them successfully by accessing these options thru command line. This is very useful link for a common user to an expert, everybody has something useful to find.
Thanks a lot for compiling the list. written by Jack Heath, June 12, 2007
Taskkill and tasklist are cool, as administrator they can be used to kill applications running on other machines, or to monitor if people are using software not allowed by company policy.
Schtasks can be used to start processes, but it's not quite as easy to use from a command line. A link I use a lot is http://www.microsoft.com/resources/documentation/windows/xp/all/proddocs/en-us/ntcmds.mspx?mfr=true written by Jack Heath, June 12, 2007
Route Print
Displays the ARP and Routing tables for the workstation. [edit] Nbtstat Displays NetBIOS over TCP/IP (NetBT) protocol statistics, NetBIOS name tables for both the local computer and remote computers, and the NetBIOS name cache. Nbtstat allows a refresh of the NetBIOS name cache and the names registered with Windows Internet Name Service (WINS). Used without parameters, nbtstat displays help. * Useful for finding the MAC address or machine name of a given IP or in diagnosing IP conflict. However, this utility is a snap-shot and only shows the remote machine name table at the time the utility is run. It does however seem to work pulling both from native Windows machines and Samba. Syntax nbtstat [-a RemoteName] [-A IPAddress] [-c] [-n] [-r] [-R] [-RR] [-s] [-S] [Interval] Netstat Displays active TCP connections, ports on which the computer is listening, Ethernet statistics, the IP routing table, IPv4 statistics (for the IP, ICMP, TCP, and UDP protocols), and IPv6 statistics (for the IPv6, ICMPv6, TCP over IPv6, and UDP over IPv6 protocols). Used without parameters, netstat displays active TCP connections. * Most useful to displays all active TCP connections and the TCP and UDP ports on which the computer is listening. Syntax netstat [-a] [-e] [-n] [-o] [-p Protocol] [-r] [-s] [Interval] written by mre, June 12, 2007
right click "mycomputer".
select "properties". click on "advanced" tab. click on "environment variables" button. under system variables, click "new". in variable name put "dircmd". in variable value put "/o:gn" (without quotes). click "ok". now when you do "dir" in cmd, listing will sort written by Simon, June 10, 2007
You can basically run any shortcut and Class ID, CLSID, found in the Windows Registry in the Run dialog box. For example, I needed to open My Network Places of which the Class ID, CLSID is
{208D2C60-3AEA-1069-A2D7-08002B30309D} in the Windows (XP) registry so at the Run dialog you should type ::{208D2C60-3AEA-1069-A2D7-08002B30309D} to open the My Network Places explorer window. Notice the two colons before the Class ID. Make sure you use them. To find relevant CLSIDs open Run, Windows Key -> r, and type regedit. Navigate to -> HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersio nexplorer and browse for your relevant CLSIDs. My Network Places can be found at HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersio nexplorerDesktop. Previously someone asked for a Run shortcut to the Recycle Bin. The CLSID for the Recycle Bin is -> {645FF040-5081-101B-9F08-00AA002F954E} so open Run, Windows Key -> r, and enter ::{645FF040-5081-101B-9F08-00AA002F954E} to get the Recycle Bin. Don't forget those colons at the start. Some useful CLSIDs are -> Briefcase {85BBD920-42A0-1069-A2E4-08002B30309D} Desktop {00021400-0000-0000-C000-000000000046} Control Panel {21EC2020-3AEA-1069-A2DD-08002B30309D} Dial-Up Networking {992CFFA0-F557-101A-88EC-00DD010CCC48} Fonts {BD84B380-8CA2-1069-AB1D-08000948F534} Inbox {00020D76-0000-0000-C000-000000000046} The Internet {FBF23B42-E3F0-101B-8488-00AA003E56F8} My Computer {20D04FE0-3AEA-1069-A2D8-08002B30309D} Network Neighborhood {208D2C60-3AEA-1069-A2D7-08002B30309D} Printers {2227A280-3AEA-1069-A2DE-08002B30309D} Recycle Bin {645FF040-5081-101B-9F08-00AA002F954E} The Microsoft Network {00028B00-0000-0000-C000-000000000046} Url History Folder {FF393560-C2A7-11CF-BFF4-444553540000} Enjoy. Simon. http://www.naymz.com/search/simon/ives/943872 written by Ashish, June 02, 2007
How can I access in Lan Computer by using Commandprompt
written by Guest, May 29, 2007
In order to access the run command feature if you cannot find it within the start menu hit the "windows key" and the "r" key in tandem.
written by DURAI, May 15, 2007
SIR, WHEN WE TYPE "..."(WITHOUT QUOTES) IN THE RUN DIALOG BOX AND PRESS ENTER OR 'OK'BUTTON
"MY COMPUTER" OPENS. SIMILARLY, IF YOU CAN PUT UP SOME COMMANDS TO OPEN RECYCLE BIN. IT WOULD BE USEFUL TO ME AND ALL THOSE WHO VISIT THIS SITE. written by kurrupt760, May 12, 2007
iz there a way 2 veiw password history with "run menu" or is there any way cuz i forgot my password and i typed it in my comp before so is there a way i can bring like log files that have it or something if not does any one know another way 2 do it?
written by kurrupt, May 12, 2007
to view passwords typed into my computer though the run menu or any other way?
written by Oliver B, May 09, 2007
I was looking through and I was trying some of your commands and I noticed that your password manager shortcut"Password.cpl" Dosn't work. Is there any reason for that
 written by rawee, May 07, 2007
hi,
this stuff is really cool and this stuff is very useful for all written by Jack Hadlock, April 30, 2007
For streets and trips to open the internal name is "streets"
written by ScottD, April 24, 2007
Hi, all.
PyrosRPeople2: the run box and command prompt are almost the same behind the scenes. If you can get to a command prompt, you can use all the tricks listed on this page (unless security policies block access), with only some minor changes... Instead of %temp% in the Run box, try command line CD %temp% Instead of firefox, try start firefox written by ScottD, April 24, 2007
@ PyrosRPeople2: the Run box and the command prompt are 2 views of the same thing -- the run box just has a nice history list and keeps people from going into a coma when they see a DOS prompt. All the same commands should work both places.
Some need minor adjustments -- instead of '%temp%', try 'CD %temp%', or for some apps, instead of just the app name, use 'start' in front of the name (e.g. 'start firefox') ------------ BTW - thanks for the great list! written by mixa, April 24, 2007
how to download some thing, with comment?
written by Graystonia, April 20, 2007
Click the "Win" button and hold it down while clicking on the letter R...
written by PyrosRpeople2, April 20, 2007
Hi there I have the same problem as "black_burn" My school hides the "run" icon.... But I am able to get into the command prompt. Is there anyway to access the Run file via the command prompt?
written by Black_Burn, April 18, 2007
can somebody help me to get the "run" icon
because at school they has removed it for the students I go to start > ... and "run" isn't there grtz written by This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it , April 11, 2007
Hey, I dunno what you think but I reckon instead of lexicographical order like you have, you could have it in order of usefulness... just a thought.
written by oRis, April 10, 2007
Steve - type msconfig, and go to the LAST TAB - that's where you can control the startup programs.
written by oRis, April 10, 2007
to send short messages over the lan:
net send 192.168.1.13 HELLO! (where 192.168.1.13 is the ip of the receiver) sometimes when you use ipconfig the black windows flashes and you don't see anything, you can use this: cmd /k ipconfig /all (the window stays until you close it) written by Nat, April 09, 2007
Thanks a lot. I don't know some of these options, good to know these. Great work!
written by Piet, April 02, 2007
@ Guest
The command you are looking for is "msconfig". Go to the start-up tab. By the way it is on the list. written by Ram S, March 29, 2007
need an alternate way to change group policy (if available), since i need to include a script using gpedit.msc
but am not able to execute it.?? written by panchal Mahesh .H, March 27, 2007
Hi guys i m mahesh panchal from ahmedabad.i want use winchat command but when i do this command then error will produce. this error "The other computer did nor respond" so you please help me. this is my Email Id
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Regards, Mahesh panchal Networking Engineer Gisc Education PVt Ltd written by Karun, March 26, 2007
You have some awesome list, but I was looking to run the Old( built-in) windows Media Player.
I forgot that shortcut/run command. Hope you find it. written by Remco, March 25, 2007
how to run "run" with "run"?
written by DGM09, March 25, 2007
The Microsoft Access run command in the list is the same as the one for Accessibility Controls (access.cpl) and as thus, opens that instead of Microsoft Access.
I was able to run Microsoft Access with another command: msaccess Cheers for the list, btw. written by Daniel L, March 22, 2007
i have this problem too, so many programs is think it might be "regedit" but i dont know
written by Godfrey, March 20, 2007
Huh, guys..i need to be able to log on as Admin on our University Network, but i dont know the keys, is there a way of getting them??
written by Mark Steel, March 19, 2007
Hi, I understand that the run command %temp% will display all temporary files & folders, but I'm unsure how it works and what, exactly, the '%' operator does. Any advice gratefully received, as I see it could be very useful for other search criteria!
written by john mclean, March 17, 2007
started new job in it this saved lots of time for me its first class
written by Nur, March 17, 2007
very very nice work well done ...thanx
written by Moo, March 13, 2007
Is there any way to detect the computers that are connected to a LAN with "RUN"?
What would the syntax be, im trying to find computer names connected to the LAN without walking over to them and looking. written by Joseph.A, March 13, 2007
Hello everyone. well 2 years ago a friend and I used to use this command which allowed us to send messages through a lan network without being administrators or installing any software. I wonder if anyone knows this comman because I seriously forgot it since then. thank you
written by bayot, March 12, 2007
@senil
I think its regedit or try looking for the registry in the windows folder. @Steve run msconfig hope this helps written by mav, March 08, 2007
SHORTCUT COMMAND
TROUBLESHOOTING TOOL compmgmt.msc Computer management devmgmt.msc Device manager diskmgmt.msc Disk management dfrg.msc Disk defrag eventvwr.msc Event viewer fsmgmt.msc Shared folders gpedit.msc Group policies lusrmgr.msc Local users and groups perfmon.msc Performance monitor rsop.msc Resultant set of policies secpol.msc Local security settings services.msc Services certmgr.msc Certificates ciadv.msc Indexing Services ntmsmgr.msc Removable Storage ntmsoprq.msc Removable Storage Operator request wmimgmt.msc Windows Management Infrastructure (WMI) C:windowssystem32comcomexp.msc Component Services written by Nuked, March 08, 2007
my apologies for not reading all entries, but I did notice a couple questions for loading temp system files. You can use the two following commands:
%temp% and simply... wait for it... temp. written by vinay, March 06, 2007
how to send a short message through the net using ip address...can anybody give the syntax for it??/
written by Suresh, March 05, 2007
It's veryuseful for both learners and experts.
Absolutely fantastic.... Anybody can use these commands ThanQ written by Adrian, March 02, 2007
Very useful information! Thank you very much!!!
written by rst, February 28, 2007
great work......thanks
written by phani, February 26, 2007
very great
amazing i could not believe this finally i found it is very helpful written by William Haynes, February 26, 2007
Had the backdoor virus plus two others not done such extensive damage
the run commands might have saved my machine. I do thank you for offering such helpful information If I can regain admin rights I still might be able to fix this. thanks again bill written by biruveri, February 22, 2007
How can I see all the IP's in one computer if it connected to 3 or 4 PC. Pls help
written by vic, February 18, 2007
when I click "start", the "run" line is missing.
something's wrong with my pc.need help.. written by Guest, February 15, 2007
I know I'll be using these for shortcuts, nice work.
written by untitled, February 14, 2007
all you really need to do is to add shortcuts to your system32 folder,
and then use the name of the file/folder as a command. so you can theoretically launch anything without knowing the "official" commands. or make your own etc.. written by guest, February 10, 2007
nice article. i found it very helpfull.good work.
can anyone tell me how to use the net use command. i tried to use it but there are probably some username and password type of problems. i dont understand why it does'nt work even when i type a correct username and password of that computer. -Ali  written by asda, February 07, 2007
my i can't find my run command??? please help me??>?>?
 written by scripter, February 06, 2007
great list of commands, but im having some problems on my xp mce 2005 machine, when i execute cmd and type ipconfig it just exits all on its own, any idea's?. Clean install with all updates.
linksys router 2xp home machimes and a mac written by Alpha Wolf, February 04, 2007
Hmmm, in the spirit of trying to be helpful, first of all, if something is in a box you don't know how to open, and it takes some research to find out how to get in, it's as such to protect you, there might be something in there that can hurt you, research the contents BEFORE you go inside ie msconfig, regedit, etc. My opinion is that many will crash thier systems(seen it happen too often, and don't expect sympathy from your pc tech), clicking on things is just too easy. These utilities are for advanced users, so become advanced before you burn your fingers, just read a little more. Another thing is that when u take advice from someone who posts that you don't know, don't try it until u get a second opinion, the primary cause of security/integrety breakdown on a system is the user. As for defragging everyday? Needless, unless you r a gamer and u r in second place, once a week I think will suffice. Good luck all, thanks for the inadvertant cascade of entertainment Steve, lol. Awesome page, thx winxp550, very helpful, a giant step
By the way, does anyone know how to pull the pin on this grenade? lol, that's right, if i can't pull the pin, I can't handle the nade for sure Take care. -Racism, there is no better utility to boast your ignorance- written by dere, February 03, 2007
For The Tip But what if i wanna Send The message For The Group In the Survour.
written by null, February 02, 2007
hey admin,
when i run "run" and search cmd i get to the menu box and type ipconfig and it gives me the gateways but when i type it on the internet i need a username and a password. do u know the username and/or password? --------- Admin: I assume you are trying to connect to a router? If so, you need the default username and password and that would depend on the brand of router. I know for Linksys equipment that the default username and password is to not enter anything for the username, and for the password put admin written by ranjith, February 02, 2007
Hi Admin
great work Thanks... written by newda898, January 31, 2007
Fantastic table! Thanks for putting it together!
written by Brandon55, January 28, 2007 How can send messege to another computer on local nerwork by using run command in start menu Run Command: net send computer message Where "computer" is either the name of your computer, or the internal IP Address of the computer on your LAN (such as 192.168.x.x), and "message" is the message you wish to send. Example: net send 192.168.1.1 THIS IS MY MESSAGE! This command requires the Message service to be enabled and started on the computer from which you are sending the message and the computer receiving the message. To do this, just open the run command type in "services.msc",scroll down to the "Messenger" service and enable it and set it to automatic. You can also do this by creating a batch file, either one where you can type in th name of the computer, or one which you have a predefined computer. If you want to be able to type in which computer you will send the message to, make the batch file: @echo off: :A echo MESSENGER set /p n=User: set /p m=Message: net send %n% %m% Pause Goto A If you want to have a predefined computer, make the batch file: @echo off: :A echo MESSENGER set /p m=Message: net send xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx %m% Goto A Where xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx is either the IP Address or the computer name! Using the information above, you should be able to also make a batch file with a predefined message! written by myself, January 28, 2007
I like this site very much
------- Admin: Thank you for the positive comment. I think that a lot of people forget (or don't know) how much work it is to keep a site like this going. Running a website is a thankless job, meaning you do all this work, and get little back and no one pats you on the back and says "Good Job". So I appreciate the positive feedback :-)  written by neoraptor, January 27, 2007
Guys I found the run command for sys restore.
it goes something like this %systemroot%system32 estore strui.exe its a bit tedious. if u have a smaller 1 please post it written by Vishnu, January 27, 2007
How can send messege to another computer on local nerwork by using run command in start menu
written by Md.Shahabuddin, January 27, 2007
What is a regedit commanad and what is the uses of its
------ Admin: Good Question. You will want to check back on this site in the near future, I am currently in the process of putting together a Navigating the Registry, which will cover Regedit. written by bordom, January 26, 2007
am bored but nyc list
written by neo, January 23, 2007
What is the RUN Command for System Restore?
written by me, January 23, 2007
I notice the "cmd".... "msconfig"..... and others are not included in your list
written by sina, January 23, 2007
hello. my folder option is hidden what can i do for this problem?
written by Rayxjones, January 21, 2007
I would really like to thank the user 'windowsxp550' for creating a list of the Run commands.It has made me navigating on my computer easier and I am sure using XP with the help of Run commands is easier for others too.
There is another command called "recent".It helps you open up the "Recent Documents" folder. I think it would be more easier for people to find their appropriate command which they may be looking for if the command list is made in alphabetical order. Also written by John Thicke, January 19, 2007
Hello everyone,
Google the regkey HKCRApplications or open up your registry and find the key. You will notice that almost every entry on this list is there. You can launch almost every program in this list from the run command using the name of the Registry entry minus the .exe. Or, if it is a Control Panel Applet (.cpl) use the entire entry i.e. mail.cpl. For example, In my registry, I have an entry called outlook.exe. If I type outlook at the run command, Microsoft Outlook will launch. I seem to remember being able to edit the entries in this list to make keywords for any program you want to launch, I just don't remember how. Good luck, Hope this helps someone. written by thoreau, January 18, 2007
After you push and type in msconfig and press OK, be sure to click the Selective Startup radio button before you click on the startup tab.
Selective Startup radio button is the third one down on the GENERAL tab when System Configuration Utility first opens. The first radio button says "Normal Startup - load all device drivers and services" The second radio button says "Diagnostic Startup - load basic devices and services only" The third radio button (the one you want) says "Selective Startup" be sure to put the dot in the third one (selective startup) and then click on the Startup tab at the top. There are six tabs at the top: 1.General, 2.SYSTEM,INI, 3.WIN.INI, 4.BOOT.INI, 5.Services, 6.Startup. The one you want is 6. Startup When the startup window opens you can see and select or deselect the programs that start with windows. written by null, January 18, 2007
nice
written by gauri shanker, January 18, 2007
in my desktop computer windows xp prof can not display in control panal folder option
written by connie, January 17, 2007
Nice list, but I am looking for something that might not be out there. Looking for a way to manage my scheduled tasks, basically the ones that didn't run stay in the list, and I would like them to be removed after X number of days instead of loading up my task window. I only run a shut down utility that uses an AT command so that I can have more flexibility in letting users cancel the shut down if they are still working. The AT command runs and schedules my utility to run Mon-Fri at a specific time with specific parameters. However if the AT command has run and loaded the utility to run but you shutdown before the utility has ran, then the task remains in the list, and well it cause a great amount of clutter. Any Ideas as to how to remove these unrun tasks that have timed out??
Connie written by Not Steve Really, January 17, 2007
I posted a little while ago about the command to edit your startup programs. Not sure I got a response at all... If someone could let me know, that would be great.
Shame, i really thought you guys could help me out  Luv Steve (If this msg confuses you please read the first few posts) written by guest, January 16, 2007
what to do if i want to open temporary files?
written by Guest, January 15, 2007
I had to right-click on computer and modify the path environmental variable to shopw XP where msconfig.exe was hidden (:
written by Eugene, January 15, 2007
I get the error message
" 'msconfig' is not recognized as an internal or external command, operable program or batch file." Please, how do I restore this important capability to XP Pro? written by null you noob, January 14, 2007
ok so you go to run and type msconfig then when it loads look for the tab >start up< then you have some knowledge and uncheck the programs you dont want to start up this should also start your pc faster and for doing a run prefetch search and deleting them all and emptying your bin i wouldnt advise that it doesnt seem like a good idea oh and steve for the 300th time msconfig
_i hate coons_ written by Driftware, January 13, 2007
MSCONFIG 101
http://www.netsquirrel.com/msconfig/ written by Driftware, January 13, 2007
kaymatrix,
I think a better way to make a batch (especially with XP) would be ... @echo off cls "whatever command here" exit the reson why with Windows XP is, if you make a batch to call a command (let's say "CMD") and you don't release the batch out of memory you could end up in a loop (the batch reopening it's self) But if you want to impliment a command like "ipconfig /release & /renew" a batch program like this is sutible... title IP Renew @echo off :top cls echo ************** echo IP Renew echo ************** echo Renew IP (y/n) set /p userinp= if "%userinp%"=="y" goto yes if "%userinp%"=="n" goto no :yes ipconfig /release ipconfig /renew pause :no then save it as myfilename.bat (Be sure to save it to system32 dir if you want to open it using the RUN command) written by Driftware, January 13, 2007
Eugene,
What OS are you running? you might need to download the MSCONFIG from this site, just fallow the instructions on how to install it. http://www.techadvice.com/win2000/m/msconfig_w2k.htm written by null, January 12, 2007
does anyone know what msconfig is for? better yet could someone tell me how to change programs in startup?
Great site by the way thanks for the commands. written by Eugene, January 12, 2007
for some reason after I type MSCONFIG in Run.. it tells me 'Cannot find the file 'msconfig' (or one of its components)... anybody knows how to fix this?
Thanks. Eugene written by thomasanderson, January 08, 2007
it was of great help. thanks
written by kaymatrix, January 08, 2007
->Open Notepad
->Type c:\ ->Save this file as aa.bat SAVE IT IN THE LOCATION -> windows 'system32' folder. ->now goto to run n type ->aa. press enter! ->BINGO ->you happy? by This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it written by guest, January 06, 2007
STEVE, msconfig is the command you were looking for i beleive. that will let you edit your startup programs
written by PhilG, January 05, 2007
Hi y'all. Just repeating a question, that I'm hoping someone can answer me.
It would really be a jewel in my UI Here's the question: Anyone knows if it is possible to add some new commands? For example: I want to start program AAA with command aaa. ------------ Note from Admin: You are posting this in the wrong section. This is the comments section. Please post questions such as this in the forum, http://www.fixmyxp.com/component/option,com_smf/Itemid,216/ written by Rohit Kanna, January 04, 2007
ipconfig /showclassid - i tried this command is not working. pl advice me.
written by Guest, December 29, 2006
The command is regedit Don't remove or change anything unless you have a backup or know what you are doing. You may not be able to restart your PC.
written by sandy, December 26, 2006
plzzzzzz..... some one lead me how to get into the registry.....
written by dancingdog777, December 23, 2006
Hey xp550, you forgot the most useful one of them all, prefetch.
Just type in prefetch, highlight everything and delete 'em. Then empty your recycle bin. Your computer thinks it's had a nitrous injection. And it's completely safe, I promise. Merry Christmas. written by sunil, December 20, 2006
has anyone read my message?
written by sunil, December 20, 2006
hey can anyone one help me get into my systems registry files?
---------------- Note From Admin: Please post questions in the forum. http://www.fixmyxp.com/forum/ written by A litle better than a newbie, December 19, 2006
msconfig checks the programs in your computer when it boots up. If you stop a program in msconfig, your computer won't check to see if it's working properly. You need to stop programs from running in Services. To get to Services, right click on the My Computer icon on your desktop -> Manage -> Services and Applications (in the right hand side) -> Services (in the left hand side). You can turn them off or you can change them from Automatic to Manual. If you disable some of the services, you will prevent other programs from running that depend upon that service, so be careful.
written by PJGUNAGAN, December 17, 2006
hey: built= you all know want to know how to fix your computer, hint (clean files daily,defragment system daily,get to know your registry=dont POKE -unless you know what you doing theres a resone its name is regetit = look at it fast looks like = regret it.you will.do us engineers a favor laern machine code ok.
not bianary looks = 00010111001 written by signafyingmonkey, December 15, 2006 "thats great" written by yo mama, December 14, 2006
by the way steve.. lol you can also use regedit to remove start up programs
its a bit tedious but is the hands on way to definite success. w00t on your moms face! written by null, November 09, 2006
im upgrading my computer from 98 to xp and it wont run when i put the disc in and restart it, and i cant get to windows or start in safe mode what else should i try?
written by a guest, May 20, 2006
nice article .. it covers all i wan !! tx a ton!!
written by a guest, May 17, 2006
gr8 artice .. tx ..nice work!!
written by a guest, May 17, 2006
Anyone knows if it is possible to add some new commands? For example: I want to start program AAA with command aaa.
written by a guest, May 17, 2006
How can I "stealth" APPWIZ, ADMINTOOLS, or even the entire control panel?
written by Guest, March 23, 2006
:x
written by Guest, March 19, 2006
(therube here)
To access ... WordPad Run command ... write (Typo, writ vs write) ' ' written by Guest, March 19, 2006 :upset :upset :upset :upset :upset written by Guest, March 19, 2006
I believe that the command line to repair TCP/IP is
c:\netsh int ip reset c:\resetlog.txt written by Guest, March 19, 2006
thats what msconfig does, once you have it open you click the startup tab.
btw... i think steve would know that by now... whats the point in EVERY SINGLE PERSON that says something here telling, most people only need to be told once > hint hint... will people stop saying that! written by Guest, March 19, 2006
doup! :upset
written by lordofdragons74, March 06, 2006
c:\netsh int ip reset c:\resetlog.txt
that should repair TCP/IP in WIN XP written by Guest, March 03, 2006
:grin
written by Guest, March 02, 2006
:grin
written by Guest, February 28, 2006
uncheck the programs you don't want to boot on the startup list.
written by Guest, February 27, 2006
winver
Or right click on the My Computer icon and select Properties. written by Guest, February 27, 2006
Hi everyone, does anyone know of a run command I can use to repair network connections (not ipconfig) tha actual script XP uses when you right click on your network connection and select repair. No one seems to know what it is and I need it to write a batch file. I will be truelly grateful for any tips. Thanks
written by Guest, February 27, 2006
Not executing through command. what should i Do? If i want to access remotely.
written by Guest, February 24, 2006
How do I stop MSconfig from comming up evertime I reboot??
written by Guest, February 24, 2006
Hello! You have a very good site! I really like it!
written by Guest, February 22, 2006
start: run: user passwords2
written by Guest, February 22, 2006
msconfig lets you configure what runs at startup
written by Guest, February 18, 2006
Great table, I was looking for that... 10x
written by Guest, February 16, 2006
I don't know of this either. I thought there was something for this but I have lost that in my memory over time. The best thing to do is to download SpyBot. It has it built so you can change things on your system start up. I hope this helps you out.
Black Wave signing off. written by Guest, February 15, 2006
site is looking good
written by Guest, February 14, 2006
oh and just in case you didnt get it the first 19 times.
hey steve, thats "MSCONFIG" :grin written by Guest, February 14, 2006
IT's really Handy Dandy
written by Guest, February 14, 2006
nah! it's old stuff
written by Guest, February 14, 2006
:grin :p :eek its nice
written by Guest, February 11, 2006
msconfig then select the startup tab
written by Guest, February 07, 2006
how about TaskList
Cheers, Dave written by Guest, February 07, 2006
To run ipconfig from "Run" type: cmd /k ipconfig /all.
Type cmd /? for more options on command prompt. written by Guest, February 04, 2006
Dear Sir,
How can i access in lan computer to see there desktop Regards said written by Guest, January 25, 2006
Title says all. Great list!
written by Guest, January 25, 2006
when i type in ipconfig /all the console window disappears before I have a chance to read the output. So I always run cmd, then ipconfig /all. If there was a way to do it from the run command that would be great.
written by Guest, January 25, 2006
Steve, so that would be msconfig ... just in case you missed it :grin
written by Guest, January 23, 2006
...Steve!
:grin written by Guest, January 18, 2006
have a great day
nice list btw written by Guest, January 15, 2006
It is indeed on there, n00b. "msconfig" and click on the last tab. It allows you to choose which programs startup with Windows.
Boyakasha!! written by Guest, January 15, 2006
Steve the command you looking for is msconfig, then along the tabs at the top click Startup.
written by Guest, January 14, 2006
Steve, the command is there just labeled different.
Your type in msconfig, then along the tabs at the top click Startup. written by Guest, January 14, 2006
Steve,
the command you're after is msconfig written by Guest, January 13, 2006
msconfig
written by Guest, January 13, 2006
That would be msconfig
written by Guest, January 12, 2006
Hey Steve,
That command would be "msconfig" it starts up the System Configuration Application. It's a nice little feature. Once it's loaded, click the Start Up tab, or whatever it is. -John written by Guest, January 12, 2006
this is very cool stuf
i like it very much hey thanks for thi stuf i need it written by Guest, January 11, 2006
i was looking through the list and i didn't see the particular command i was looking for, it opens something that lets you edit what programs run on startup. i would like to get at this so quicktime and thrity other programs don't load every time i start my pc.
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