Create Command Prompt Desktop Shortcut on Windows 10/11 - MiniTool

This guide shows you how to create Windows Command Prompt shortcuts – both a general shortcut and one for a specific command. For additional computer tips and tools, visit the MiniTool Software website.

Creating a Command Prompt Desktop Shortcut

There are two methods:

Method 1: Adding from the File Explorer

1. Press Windows key S to open search.
2. Type cmd.
3. Right-click "Command Prompt" in the results and select "Open file location".
4. Right-click the "Command Prompt" application and choose "Send to > Desktop (create shortcut)".

Method 2: Creating a Shortcut Directly

1. Right-click your desktop and select "New > Shortcut".
2. In the "Create Shortcut" window, enter %windir%\system32\cmd.exe and click "Next".
3. Name the shortcut "Command Prompt" and click "Finish".

Creating a Shortcut for a Specific Command

This creates a shortcut that executes a command and then either keeps the Command Prompt window open or closes it.

1. Right-click your desktop and select "New > Shortcut".
2. Enter either:
   • C:\Windows\System32\cmd.exe /k your-command (keeps the window open)
   • C:\Windows\System32\cmd.exe /c your-command (closes the window after execution) Replace "your-command" with your desired command.
3. Click "Next".
4. Name the shortcut and click "Finish". Double-clicking this shortcut will run the command.

Alternative Quick Launch Methods

• Method 1: Press Windows key R, type cmd, and press Enter. Use Ctrl Shift Enter to run as administrator.
• Method 2: Press Windows key S, type cmd, select "Command Prompt", and right-click to "Run as administrator".

Conclusion

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