01Using the Command Prompt

  • Open the Start menu and search for Command Prompt.
  • Click on Command Prompt from the search results to open it.
  • In the Command Prompt window, type 'ipconfig' and press Enter.
  • Look for the 'IPv4 Address' or 'IPv6 Address' under the network adapter you are using.
  • The IP address will be displayed next to the 'IPv4 Address' or 'IPv6 Address' entry.

02Using the Network and Sharing Center

  • Right-click on the network icon in the system tray.
  • Select 'Open Network and Sharing Center' from the context menu.
  • In the Network and Sharing Center window, click on the active network connection.
  • A new window will open. Click on the 'Details' button.
  • Look for the 'IPv4 Address' or 'IPv6 Address' in the Network Connection Details window.
  • The IP address will be displayed next to the 'IPv4 Address' or 'IPv6 Address' entry.

03Using the Settings App

  • Open the Start menu and click on the Settings gear icon.
  • In the Settings window, click on 'Network & Internet'.
  • Select 'Wi-Fi' or 'Ethernet' depending on your connection type.
  • Click on the network connection you are using.
  • Scroll down and click on 'Properties'.
  • Look for the 'IPv4 address' or 'IPv6 address' in the Properties window.
  • The IP address will be displayed next to the 'IPv4 address' or 'IPv6 address' entry.

Conclusion

Now you know how to find your IP address on Windows using different methods. Whether it's through the Command Prompt, Network and Sharing Center, or the Settings app, you can easily retrieve your IP address for various networking tasks. Make sure to choose the method that suits you best and always keep your IP address information handy.

MethodsDetails
Command PromptOpen Command Prompt, type 'ipconfig', and look for the IP address.
Network and Sharing CenterOpen Network and Sharing Center, click on the active network connection, and find the IP address in the Details window.
Settings AppOpen Settings, go to Network & Internet, click on your network connection, and check the IP address in the Properties window.
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