How to Run a Batch File from the Command Line on Windows

Using a Terminal Window

1. Click the

   menu. It's usually at the bottom-left corner of the screen.

2. Type cmd into the search bar. A list of matching results will appear.

3. Right-click Command Prompt. A menu will expand.

4. Click Run as Administrator. A confirmation message will appear.

5. Click Yes. This opens the command line at an elevated (administrator) level.

6. Type cd followed by full path to the folder with the .BAT file. Here's an example:

   1. If the batch file is on your desktop, type cd UsersYourLoginNameDesktop.
   2. If it's in your downloads folder, type cd UsersYourLoginNameDownloads.
   3. If you don't know what your login name is, type cd Users and press ↵ Enter to go to the Users folder, and then type dir and press ↵ Enter to see a list of logins.

7. Press ↵ Enter. This will move you into the directory.

8. Type the name of the batch file. For example, if it's called 'program.bat,' type program.bat.

   1. If you don't know the name, type dir and press ↵ Enter to view the files in the folder. You'll find it there.

9. Press ↵ Enter. This runs the batch file.