How to Add or Edit a TEXT File Using CMD (Windows)

Are you tired of constantly opening up your text editor to make minor changes to your text files? Do you want a quick and easy way to add or edit a text file? Look no further than the Command Prompt! In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps to add or edit a TXT file using CMD.

Understanding the Command Prompt

Before we dive into how to add or edit a TXT file using CMD, let’s first understand what the Command Prompt is. The Command Prompt is a command-line interface in Windows that allows you to execute commands and perform tasks on your computer without using the graphical user interface.

Opening the Command Prompt

To open the Command Prompt, simply press the Windows key + R, type “cmd”, and press Enter. This will open the Command Prompt.

Adding a TXT File Using CMD

Now that we understand the Command Prompt, let’s talk about how to add a TXT file using CMD. Follow these simple steps:

Step 1: Navigate to the Directory

First, you need to navigate to the directory where you want to create the TXT file. To do this, use the “cd” command followed by the directory path. For example, if you want to create the TXT file in the Documents folder, you would type:

cd C:\Users\<Your Username>\Documents

Step 2: Create the TXT File

Next, you need to create the TXT file using the “echo” command. Type the following command:

echo your text here > filename.txt

Replace “your text here” with the text you want to add to the file, and “filename” with the name you want to give the TXT file.

Step 3: Verify the TXT File was Created

To verify that the TXT file was created, use the “dir” command to list the files in the current directory. You should see the new TXT file listed.

Congratulations! You have successfully created a new TXT file using CMD.

Editing a TXT File Using CMD

Now that you know how to add a new TXT file using CMD, let’s talk about how to edit an existing TXT file. Follow these simple steps:

Step 1: Navigate to the Directory

First, you need to navigate to the directory where the TXT file is located. To do this, use the “cd” command followed by the directory path. For example, if the TXT file is located in the Documents folder, you would type:

cd C:\Users\<Your Username>\Documents

Step 2: Edit the TXT File

Next, you need to edit the TXT file using the “edit” command. Type the following command:

edit filename.txt

Replace “filename” with the name of the TXT file you want to edit.

Step 3: Make Your Changes

Once you have opened the TXT file in the editor, make the necessary changes to the text.

Step 4: Save and Exit

After you have made your changes, save the file by pressing Ctrl + S and exit the editor by pressing Alt + F4.

Congratulations! You have successfully edited a TXT file using CMD.