How to Pin Command Prompt to the Taskbar and Run It with Admin Rights

Learning how to pin command prompt to the taskbar and run it with admin rights doesn't have to be complicated. This updated guide presents a clear workflow, practical checks, and troubleshooting advice you can use while completing the process.

Instructions to Pin Command Prompt to the Taskbar and Always Run with Admin Rights

Step 1: Click Start, type cmd in the search box and press Enter to open Command Prompt.

Step 2: The Command Prompt window appears, with the cmd icon under the Taskbar.

Step 3: Right-select the cmd icon under the toolbar, select Pin to taskbar.

You've pinned Command Prompt to your taskbar. The next step is to set it to always run with Administrator privileges.

Step 4: Right-click the Command Prompt icon on the toolbar, right-click again, and select Properties.

Step 5: Click Advance in the Properties window.

Step 6: Tick Run as Administrator, then click OK.

Step 7: Click Ok to confirm

Step 8: Close Command Prompt, then reopen it from the pinned icon on the toolbar. You have successfully set it up if the corner of the CMD window displays Administrator.

With just a few simple steps, you can work with Command Prompt faster and more conveniently. Although it doesn't have an intuitive interface, CMD provides many useful commands to help control the system effectively. You can refer to the list of useful CMD commands on Windows to make the most of this tool.

Final Thoughts

The most reliable way to handle pin command prompt to the taskbar and run it with admin rights is to follow the process in order, verify each important setting, and test the result before moving on. Use the guidance above as a practical reference, then adjust the details for your device, software version, or specific goal.