How can I shorten the path of a DOS prompt?

Question

My path on my DOS prompt is ridiculously long. How can I shorten this?

C:\\RUBY\\Ruby_Practice\\prep-work-master\\coding-test-2\\practice-problems\\spec>
         


        

Answer 1

To remove the path from the prompt use 'prompt $g' which will just show the chevron. You can then use the 'cd' command anytime to see the directory you are in. E.g.

C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc>prompt $g
>
>cd
C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc

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