Here is the solution to open the PowerShell directly in each folder without much effort on all Windows 11, 10, ... and MS Server operating systems!1.) ... open command prompt quickly in every folder, on all MS Windows OS!
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(Image-1) Open PowerShell directly in each folder! |
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This is the easiest way on Windows to open PowerShell at a specific folder and requires absolutely no changes to the system. Open File Explorer and navigate to the folder/directory where you want to open PowerShell. In the address bar, type "powershell" and press Enter.

2.) What is the point of starting PowerShell like this?
Sometimes you need to open the PowerShell in a specific directory, standard opening PowerShell and then manually changing the directory takes more time!You can save yourself this time by opening it directly in the folder in which you need the PowerShell commands!
3.) Does it also work on other MS Windows operating systems?
Yes, it not only works on Windows 11 and 10, but also on older desktop and Windows Server operating systems. Other file explorers also support commands from the address bar!See: ►► Start PowerShell commands directly in the Explorer address bar with the current directory!
cmd /k PowerShell dir
or PowerShell
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PS:
If you don't absolutely need PowerShell, you can also start the command prompt like this.
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FAQ 13: Updated on: 19 June 2022 19:10