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Runas Command: Open Command Prompt As Another User

Use for open command prompt as another user with Runas. Exact CLI syntax to open command prompt as another user using Runas.

When to use this: Use for open command prompt as another user with Runas.

Command Syntax

runas /user:<domain\username> cmd

runas /user:<domain/username> cmd

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Final Command

runas /user:<domain\username> cmd

Command Breakdown

runas is the base executable for this command.

FAQ

Purpose: Exact syntax to open command prompt as another user using Runas.

Test path: Replace placeholders and run destructive commands in a disposable workspace first.

Flag behavior: Tool version, platform, and shell can change behavior.

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