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This wikiHow teaches you how to restart a Windows PC by typing commands at the command prompt.

Things You Should Know

  • Press the Windows key + "S" to open the search bar. Type in "cmd".
  • Right-click the Command Prompt and click "Run as administrator".
  • Type "shutdown /r" and press "Enter". Click "Close" to shut down.
  1. This opens the Windows Search bar.
  2. A list of search results will appear.
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  3. It's at the top of the list.
  4. The command prompt will appear inside a terminal window.
  5. A confirmation message will appear.
  6. Windows will now shut down and restart .
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