Windows System Run Commands

This text highlights the advantages of using Run commands in Windows to efficiently access settings and applications. It suggests memorizing the commands as a way to minimize mouse interaction and increase productivity. The author shares their personal preference for keyboard shortcuts and provides a list of frequently used commands to get started.

The quickest way to access the Run dialogue in all versions of Windows is by using the following keyboard shortcut: Windows Key ⊞ + R

To open the Run command in Windows 10, right-click Start > Run.

In Windows 8 or 7, select Start > Run.

Command	What It Does
Cmd	Opens the command prompt.
Compmgmt.msc	Opens the computer management console.
Devmgmt.msc	Opens the device manager.
Diskmgmt.msc	Opens the disk management tool.
Eventvwr.msc	Opens the event viewer.
Fsmgmt.msc	Opens shared folders.
Gpedit.msc	Opens the group policy editor.
Lusrmgr.msc	Opens the local users and groups.
Mailto:	Opens the default email client.
Msconfig	Opens the system configuration utility.
Msinfo32	Opens the system information utility.
Netplwiz	Opens User Name list.
Perfmon.msc	Opens the performance monitor.
Regedit	Opens the registry editor.
Rsop.msc	Opens the resultant set of policies.
Secpol.msc	Opens local security settings.
Services.msc	Opens services utility.
System.ini	Windows loading information.
Win.ini	Windows loading information.
Winver	Shows the current version of Windows.

Control Panel Access Run Commands

Command	What It Does
Appwiz.cpl	Add/Remove Programs
Timedate.cpl	Date/Time Properties
Desk.cpl	Display Properties
Fonts	Fonts Folder
Inetcpl.cpl	Internet Properties
Main.cpl keyboard	Keyboard Properties
Main.cpl	Mouse Properties
Mmsys.cpl	Multimedia Properties
Mmsys.cpl sounds	Sound Properties
Sysdm.cpl	System Properties

These are just a few examples of commonly used Run commands. There are many more available, and you can explore them based on your specific needs and preferences.