Command Prompt/Close

The Command Prompt is the command line interface (CLI) provided with Microsoft operating systems. This activity will show you how to close a command prompt.

Readings

• Wikipedia: exit (command)

Preparation

To prepare for these activities:

1. Start Windows.
2. Log in if necessary.
3. Have a command prompt open.

Activity 1 - Close a Command Prompt

Three different methods for closing a command prompt are available. These include the Close button, the Control box, and the Exit command.

Method 1 - Close Button

As with any window, to close a command prompt using the Close button:

1. Click on the Close button (X) in the upper right corner.

Method 2 - Control Box

As with any window, to close a command prompt using the control box:

1. Click on the Command Prompt icon / Control Box in the upper left corner or press Alt + Space.
2. Select Close.

Method 3 - Exit Command

Unique to command prompts, to close a command prompt using the Exit command:

1. Type exit in the command window. Note: Windows commands are generally not case sensitive. Exit, exit, and EXIT work equally well.
2. Press Enter.

References

• Microsoft: Command Prompt: frequently asked questions