How can I set the PowerShell default window size in Windows 7?

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In Windows 7, how can I set the default PowerShell window size? By default it comes up too tall for the netbook screen I am working with.

I have tried the usual way of changing the size—by clicking in the upper-left corner and choosing “Properties”—but it tells me: Unable to modify the shortcut: . Check to make sure it has not been deleted or renamed. (yes, there is a dot in the middle of the error message)

I also tried right-clicking on the PowerShell shortcut in the Start menu and changing properties there, however, the changes don’t seem to stick.

Also see http://superuser.com/questions/36074/how-do-i-modify-the-powershell-console-settings-in-windows-7 — Kristopher Johnson, Mar 26 '10 at 19:51

score 12 · Answer 1 · answered Jan 08 '13 at 17:38

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Go Start -> All Programs -> Accessories -> Windows PowerShell. RClick on the one you're using. Go to the Layout tab, and change the settings you want.

answered Jan 08 '13 at 17:38

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This works just fine for any shortcut for PS, such as if you've pinned it to your taskbar. – James Skemp Jul 23 '15 at 22:42

score 6 · Accepted Answer · edited Jan 08 '13 at 15:56

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Use a function like this in your profile (notepad $profile)

Function Set-WindowSize {
Param([int]$x=$host.ui.rawui.windowsize.width,
      [int]$y=$host.ui.rawui.windowsize.heigth)

    $size=New-Object System.Management.Automation.Host.Size($x,$y)
    $host.ui.rawui.WindowSize=$size   
}

Then call the function:

Set-WindowSize 100 50

edited Jan 08 '13 at 15:56

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answered Nov 09 '09 at 17:29

Jeffery Hicks

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Thanks. This works, as long as I `Set-ExecutionPolicy unrestricted`, which is a little worrisome, but I guess I would have to do it eventually to get anything done under PowerShell. – Nate Nov 09 '09 at 17:46
`setting "WindowSize": "Window cannot be wider than the screen buffer.` – villasv May 14 '16 at 04:59
As for where the $profile file is... https://blogs.technet.microsoft.com/heyscriptingguy/2012/05/21/understanding-the-six-powershell-profiles/ – Glen Little Jan 24 '18 at 23:58

score 4 · Answer 3 · edited Mar 20 '17 at 10:17

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Another approach is to run Powershell as an administrator. See How do I modify the Powershell console settings in Windows 7?

edited Mar 20 '17 at 10:17

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answered Mar 26 '10 at 19:51

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score -1 · Answer 4 · answered Nov 09 '09 at 17:13

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You could try Properties, Layout tab, Window Size.

I was also able to grap the top RIGHT most window and re-size in the traditional Windows way.

You could try launching the GUI alternative: PowerShell ISE.

answered Nov 09 '09 at 17:13

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How can I set the PowerShell default window size in Windows 7?

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