Quick Answer: How Do I Run a File in Windows 7?
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How do I run an EXE file on Windows 7?

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  1. Click the Startbutton and type regedit in the Search box.
  2. Right-click Regedit.exe in the returned list and click Run as administrator.
  3. Browse to the following registry key: …
  4. With .exe selected, right-click (Default) and click Modify…
  5. Change the Value data: to exefile.

How do I run a file in Windows?

Direct Method – Command Line

To do this, click Start and select “Search.” Type “cmd” without quotes and double-click the file name when Windows displays it. This opens a window into which you type commands. To execute the command, press the “Enter” key.

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