# To Open Command Windows [GstarCAD 2027](Help%20System/GSTARCAD/2027/Index.md) → [Commands](Help%20System/GSTARCAD/2027/Commands/(Commands).md) → [Procedures](Help%20System/GSTARCAD/2027/Commands/01%20Procedures/(Procedures).md) **To Open or Close the Command Window** You can use one of the following methods: - Click Tools > Command Line on the main menu. - Press CTRL + 9. - Enter the COMMANDLINE or COMMANDLINEHIDE command at the command prompt. **To Open the Text Window** You can do one of the following to display the stand-alone text window: - Click View > Display > Text Window on the main menu. - Press F2 or CTRL + F2. --- [Original help](https://www.gstarcad.net/help/GstarCAD_2027_en-US/detail/commandReferences/To%20Open%20Command%20Windows.html) · © Gstarsoft Co., Ltd.