How to Open Calculator with the Command Prompt in Windows

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Last Updated: October 7, 2024

This tutorial will show you how to open up the default Windows Calculator using the Command Prompt. This can be a workaround if there is a bug in your system that prevents the calculator from showing up in the apps list or search results.

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Search for "command prompt" or "cmd" and select the matching result.Open the Command Prompt|center
- The search feature is located in the following locations depending on your version of Windows.
  - Windows 10: Taskbar search bar/icon. If it's missing, just click on Start and begin typing.[[Image:Command_prompt_windows_10_search.png]|center]
  - Windows 8.1: Start screen magnifying glass (top-right)
  - Windows 7 and Vista: Start > Search bar
  - Windows XP: You'll need to go to Start > All Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt.
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The Command Prompt can be closed.

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In Window's 10, where is my taskbar? How do I make a taskbar open when I start my computer? I want it on my opening window.

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Go to Settings, PersonaliZation, Taskbar and then turn off Automatically Hide The Taskbar in desktop mode and tablet mode.

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