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Run command
How to Turn On or Off the Run Command Window in Vista
Published by Brink
07-01-2007

How to Turn On or Off the Run Command Window in Vista


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  Using the Run command is a quick way to open programs, files, folders, and websites (when you're connected to the Internet). If you're not using the Start menu in Classic view, the Search box on the Start menu can also be used in place of the Run command.
RELATED LINKS:Example: Run Command Window
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OPTION ONE:
Run Keyboard Shortcut
1. Press Windows Key + R to open the Run command window.
OPTION TWO:
Run Shortcut Location
1. Open the Start Menu.
2. Click All Programs.
3. Click Accessories.
4. Run shortcut is located here by default.
OPTION THREE:
Start Search Area in the Start Menu
1. Open the Start menu.
2. Just type in the command in the white Start Search box and press Enter. (See screenshot below)

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3. Type Run in the white Start Search box and press Enter to open the Run command window. (See screenshot below)

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OPTION FOUR:
Add the Run Button to the Start Menu
NOTE
  When you click the Run button in the Start Menu, you get the Run command window at top in the example.
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1. Right click on the Start Menu button.
2. Click on Properties.
3. Click on the Customize button. (See screenshot below)

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4. Scroll down a bit and check the Run command box. (See screenshot below)
5. Click OK.

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6. Click OK to apply. (See screenshot for step 3 above)
That's it,
Shawn

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