MODE Windows Command Guide
The MODE command in Windows allows users to configure system devices, specifically the COM and LPT ports. By using various parameters and options, users can change settings such as baud rate, parity, data bits, and stop bits for serial ports. Additionally, the MODE command can be used to redirect printing outputs to different devices or to enable line delay. This command offers flexibility and customization for managing system devices efficiently.
MODE Syntax:
Section titled “MODE Syntax:”MODE [device] [baud] [,] [parity] [,] [dataBits] [,] [stopBits] [,] [xon=on|off] [,] [oem] [,] [ansi]Options:
Section titled “Options:”| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| device | The specific device to configure |
| baud | Sets the baud rate |
| parity | Sets the parity (even, odd, none) |
| dataBits | Sets the number of data bits |
| stopBits | Sets the number of stop bits (1, 2) |
| xon | Enables or disables XON flow control |
| oem | Specifies if the device is OEM |
| ansi | Specifies if the device is ANSI |
Parameters:
Section titled “Parameters:”There are no specific parameters for the MODE command.
MODE Command Samples:
Section titled “MODE Command Samples:”Set the computer’s current code page to 437
Section titled “Set the computer’s current code page to 437”mode con cp select=437Changes the computer’s current code page to 437, which is often used for English language support.
Display current console input/output code pages
Section titled “Display current console input/output code pages”mode con cpShows the current code page settings for console input and output.
Redirect printer output to a file
Section titled “Redirect printer output to a file”mode > output.txtRedirects the output from the mode command to a file named “output.txt”.
Set the printer to print in landscape orientation
Section titled “Set the printer to print in landscape orientation”mode lpt1: landscapeSets the printer connected to LPT1 to print in landscape orientation.
Set the serial port COM1 to use even parity
Section titled “Set the serial port COM1 to use even parity”mode com1: parity=eConfigures the serial port COM1 to use even parity for data transmission.
Disable the serial port COM2
Section titled “Disable the serial port COM2”mode com2: offTurns off the serial port COM2 to disable its functionality.
Display all available printer ports
Section titled “Display all available printer ports”modeLists all available printer ports and their current configurations.
MODE FAQ:
Section titled “MODE FAQ:”How do I use mode in Windows?
Section titled “How do I use mode in Windows?”To use the mode command in Windows, execute the following command:
mode --option <value>What are some common options with the mode command?
Section titled “What are some common options with the mode command?”Some common options with the mode command include setting the COM port communication parameters and setting display mode options.
How do I display the current mode settings in Windows?
Section titled “How do I display the current mode settings in Windows?”To display the current mode settings in Windows, use the following command:
modeHow do I change the console code page with the mode command?
Section titled “How do I change the console code page with the mode command?”To change the console code page using the mode command, you can use the following command:
mode CON: CP SELECT=<code_page_number>Can I use the mode command to switch between text and graphics modes?
Section titled “Can I use the mode command to switch between text and graphics modes?”Yes, you can use the mode command to switch between text and graphics modes on Windows. Execute the following command to switch between the modes:
mode con: cols=80 lines=25How do I set the baud rate with the mode command?
Section titled “How do I set the baud rate with the mode command?”To set the baud rate using the mode command in Windows, you can use the following command:
mode COM1:9600,N,8,1Applications of the MODE Command
Section titled “Applications of the MODE Command”- Set or display system configuration
- Configure serial port communication parameters
- Configure parallel port settings
- Display information about device settings
- Redirect console input and output to a file