How to view a Text file in Command Prompt in Windows 11/10 To view a text file in Command Prompt in Windows 11/10, first type cmd in the Search box and hit the Enter key.

Looking at the signature of a file quickly lets you know whether that file is really what it claims to be. Here's how to tap PowerShell to figure out the file signature.

The process is similar to creating any plain text file in PowerShell -- but with a few twists.