Open Command Prompt on Windows
Of course, you cannot run a command in Command Prompt until you open it. There are actually several ways to do this, but these two are super easy.
Use the Start Menu Search
If you have the Search box or icon in your Task Bar, you can use it. Otherwise, click the Start button (Windows icon) and type either “cmd” or “Command Prompt,” then select Command Prompt from the list.
Use the Start Menu
You can also click the Start button, scroll to and expand Windows System, and select Command Prompt.
How Can I Check My IP Address in CMD?
Once you have Command Prompt open, the rest is a piece of cake. Type the following command and then press Enter: You’ll then see a snippet of information. Your IP address is next to IPv4 Address: If you’d like more detailed information along with your IP address, type the following command and hit Enter: This second command gives you things like your hostname, ethernet adapter details, DHCP information, and more. But to keep it simple, and if you only need your IP address, the first command above is the way to go. If you have a computer running macOS or Linux, check out our how-to for finding your IP address on those platforms.
