How can I widen the Windows 7 Command Prompt window?

How can I widen the Windows 7 command prompt window?

It's fixed at 80 columns in width and dragging the window edges won't let me make it any bigger than that.

Answer

Yes. To change the screen buffer or window size:

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  Click the icon at the left of the title bar.

  
  


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  Click Properties (or Defaults for persistent properties) ^{Thanks @Scott}

  
  

  

  
  


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  Go to the Layout tab

  
  


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  Change the settings accordingly

  
  

  

  
  


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  Click OK to save.