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How To Create Custom Cortana Commands In Windows 10

Easy, quick and fun to have an edge on life and work through Cortana- your personal assistant. Add this virtual assistant to your device and see how it helps you in tracking the necessities wherever you are all across your phone.

How to Create Custom Cortana Commands in Windows 10

By following these steps you can create custom Cortana Commands in Windows 10.

1. Go to the start menu and press right click and choose “Run” or use Windows along with the R shortcut for opening the command box Run. Then enter-
C:Users\USERNAMEGOESHERE\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs

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2. Press right click on any empty space, choose New and then press on Shortcut.

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3. Use this field for entering the command that you desire Windows to execute- “Type the location of the item”. If you wish to restart your device, then enter this command help:shutdown.exe-r

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4. Give a name to the command shortcut something that is easy to pronounce and use it as a command. Ensure that the virtual assistant does not have any active command already particularly for your phrase before giving a name for the shortcut.

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5. After this is done, utilizing Cortana for opening the command file may need a restart.

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The Cortana Difference

Although every computer and Smartphone available in the market these days come with an in-built smart assistant but there is truly something special about Cortana. It is closely associated with productivity and at the same time can answer general questions Ever since its launch it has witnessed a lot of growth and has expanded its use all through Windows 10 OS and related services. Merged with new offerings such as Surface Studio, it is one of Microsoft’s favorites as an operating system based service for controlling Windows 10 as you are working.

As per the changes made by the latest update, Cortana can help in setting up processes, especially for new computers as well as setting up a full screen mode exclusively for Cortana which will act as a voice-assistant and screensaver when you are far from your PC. Syncing of activities from one device to another is also made possible through Cortana. This is a free digital assistant that can provide you with all types of support in the form of reminders, manage your calender, provide you traffic and weather updates, provide recommendations and also find the list of things which you are really passionate about.

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Cortana is amid one of the most underutilized functions in the Windows 10 operating system. But the truth is underestimating this smart virtual assistant will be the biggest mistake as it can do a lot. Through a couple of voice commands you will be capable of exchanging settings, navigating to the websites, opening files and much much more. But it may so happen that its native skills may not be sufficient for you. During this case you have the flexibility of creating your personal and custom commands. What more can you ask for?

You can now create custom Cortana Commands in Windows 10 through these simple steps.