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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.

  1. 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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  3. 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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