Open file explorer from cmd

In Windows, use the start command followed by the path to File Explorer to open File Explorer from the Command Prompt. Here’s how to go about it:

Press the Windows key + R, type “cmd” in the Run dialog box, and hit Enter to launch Command Prompt.

Enter the following command after typing it:

start Explorer

This will launch File Explorer in its default mode, which is normally the Quick Access window.

If you wish to open File Explorer in a specific folder, add the path after the start command. To open File Explorer at the “Documents” folder, for example, type:

start explorer C:\Users\YourUsername\

Remember to substitute “YourUsername” for your actual username.

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