Create Your Own Run Commands In Windows

Many PC users use Windows OS , that is just because it is simple, easy and is loaded with many rich features. Well, Run command is one of the feature of Windows OS, that lets you open any program or application by typing a single command, which is also saves a lot of your time. The Run command is used to open any document or program via terminal commands. This is a very helpful tool, especially when you have to finish your work quickly.

Many users think that this specific commands are already programmed in Windows OS and can’t be changed or made, which is not so true. So, for your ease, I have created this tutorial to guide you through the entire process. By using your own Run commands, you will be able to open your desired programs just by typing a single command and it will also helps you to save your valuable time. There are many Run commands that are provided by Windows to open a specific program or document but these commands are very difficult to remember. So, this is why I am gonna teach you that how you can create your own Run commands in Windows.

Learn-Create Your Own Run Commands In Windows

To create your own Run commands in Windows, follow the below given steps to get started.

•  First of all, you will have to choose the program or application, for which you want to create your own Run command.
• After selecting your specific program or application, right-click on desktop and create a new shortcut by going in to New => Shortcut.
• Now, a new dialog box will appear in which you have to enter the path of your desired program or application for which you want to create Run command.
• For example, if I want to make a Run command for Google Chrome then I will browse to the .exe file of the chrome and then I will copy the path which is given in the address bar and paste it into the dialog box, which appears, when you create a new shortcut.
• Once, you find the path of your specific program or application then you have to click Next and enter any name to your shortcut. Remember that the name you provide in the shortcut will also be used as a Run command. For example if you name the shortcut as GC then you will also have to enter the same words in Run command to make the application work.
• Now, click on Finish button.
• After that, copy that newly created shortcut and paste it in Windows main directory. Which is mostly, C:\Windows.
• That’s it! You are done! Now, you can start your desired application or program, by typing the name of your created shortcut in Run command.

Conclusion

So, this will about creating your own Run commands in Windows. I hope that now you will be able to create your own Run commands. If you have any queries regarding this tutorial then do let us know, we will try our best to resolve them. And plus, if you’d like this tutorial and find this tutorial informative then do share this with your friends and circles too.

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