How to run a python file in the windows command prompt?

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I was trying to run the python file in the windows command prompt, and I used the command "test.py", with the double quotes in the command.

The file was opened as a .txt file with the codes I wrote in it instead of running like a program.

I have put the file on the desktop.

I am very new to coding. Can someone help me with how to run python file from windows cmd prompt?

You can look for the solution [here](https://stackoverflow.com/questions/4621255/how-do-i-run-a-python-program-in-the-command-prompt-in-windows-7) — Shadab Hussain, Apr 01 '20 at 03:31
Does this answer your question? [How do I run a Python program in the Command Prompt in Windows 7?](https://stackoverflow.com/questions/4621255/how-do-i-run-a-python-program-in-the-command-prompt-in-windows-7) — Alex_P, Apr 01 '20 at 10:33

score 0 · Answer 1 · answered Apr 01 '20 at 02:50

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Have you tried running

python "/path/to/file.py"?

For python 3, you may have to use

python3 "/path/to/file.py"

answered Apr 01 '20 at 02:50

3NiGMa

score 0 · Answer 2 · answered Apr 01 '20 at 10:25

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Instead of writing:

"test.py"

Use

python test.py

answered Apr 01 '20 at 10:25

RMPR

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