If you’re a Windows user looking to save time, boost productivity, or explore hidden features, mastering Windows Run Commands is essential. The Run dialog box is a powerful built-in tool in Windows that allows quick access to system utilities, settings, folders, and even hidden admin panels — all without touching your mouse.
In this blog post, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of 100 Windows Run Commands that every beginner, power user, or IT professional should know. From simple commands like cmd and calc to advanced tools like gpedit.msc and shell:appsFolder, this guide will help you unlock the full potential of your Windows PC. Whether you want to clean up your system, tweak settings, or navigate your files more efficiently, these commands are your shortcut to a more streamlined workflow.
Note : To open Window Run Dialog Box Press “Win + R”
Basic Utilities
cmd – Open Command Prompt
powershell – Open PowerShell
notepad – Open Notepad
calc – Open Calculator
mspaint – Open Microsoft Paint
explorer – Open File Explorer
write – Open WordPad
control – Open Control Panel
taskmgr – Open Task Manager
eventvwr – Open Event Viewe
System Configuration & Management
msconfig – Open System Configuration
services.msc – Open Services window
devmgmt.msc – Open Device Manager
compmgmt.msc – Open Computer Management
regedit – Open Registry Editor
resmon – Open Resource Monitor
perfmon – Open Performance Monitor
cleanmgr – Open Disk Cleanup
sysdm.cpl – Open System Properties
dxdiag – Open DirectX Diagnostic Tool
Network & Internet
ncpa.cpl – Open Network Connections
inetcpl.cpl – Open Internet Properties
ipconfig – Show IP Configuration (in CMD)
wf.msc – Open Windows Firewall with Advanced Security
chrome – Open Google Chrome (if installed)
firefox – Open Mozilla Firefox (if installed)
msedge – Open Microsoft Edge
control /name Microsoft.NetworkAndSharingCenter – Open Network and Sharing Center
User & Account Settings
netplwiz – Manage user accounts
control userpasswords2 – Open advanced user accounts
lusrmgr.msc – Open Local Users and Groups (Pro versions)
credwiz – Backup and restore credentials
control passwords2 – User account settings
Display, Sound & Appearance
desk.cpl – Display settings
mmsys.cpl – Sound settings
dpiscaling – Display scaling options
main.cpl – Mouse properties
control color – Color and appearance settings
Administrative Tools
gpedit.msc – Group Policy Editor (Pro only)
secpol.msc – Local Security Policy (Pro only)
taskschd.msc – Task Scheduler
diskmgmt.msc – Disk Management
control admintools – Administrative Tools
Miscellaneous & Useful Tools
osk – On-Screen Keyboard
snippingtool – Snipping Tool (Windows 10)
sniptool – Snip & Sketch (Windows 11/10)
magnify – Magnifier
shell:startup – Open Startup folder
shell:recent – Open Recent files folder
%temp% – Open temporary files folder
