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

Question

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.

Answer 1

Use a function like this in your 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

Answer 2

Another approach is to run Powershell as an administrator. See http://superuser.com/questions/36074/how-do-i-modify-the-powershell-console-settings-in-windows-7

Answer 3

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.