How to open run in Windows 11?

You can open the Run dialog box in Windows 11 easily using a keyboard shortcut or the Start menu.

Opening the Run Dialog Box in Windows 11

The Run command in Windows is a handy tool for quickly opening applications, folders, documents, or resources using their path or command name. Here's how to access it in Windows 11:

Methods to Open Run

There are a couple of primary ways to launch the Run utility:

• Using the Keyboard Shortcut: This is often the fastest method. As mentioned in the reference, you can press and hold the Windows key and the R key simultaneously on your keyboard. Once the Run command window appears, you can release the keys.
  • Example: Press Win + R. The Run window will instantly pop up.
• Using the Start Menu Search: Another straightforward method is to use the Windows search function.
  1. Click on the Start button on your taskbar (or press the Windows key).
  2. When the Start menu appears, simply begin typing Run.
  3. Windows Search will show "Run" as a result, usually the top one under "Best match".
  4. Click on the Run app to open the dialog box.

These methods provide quick access to the Run command, allowing you to execute various commands and open specific locations on your system without navigating through menus.

Quick Reference Table

Method	Steps
Keyboard Shortcut	Press and hold Windows key + R.
Start Menu Search	Open Start menu, type Run, and click on the Run app from results.

Using these techniques, you can efficiently open the Run dialog box in Windows 11 whenever needed.