Step-by-Step Guide to Enable PowerShell Script in Windows 8

Microsoft Corporation PowerShell is a command line, and its function is task automatic framework based on .NET language. .NET programs, which are called cmdlets, perform a specific operation and perform administrative tasks. You might ask yourself how do I enable a PowerShell Script in Windows 8. Here, we are going to tell you the steps to enable and disable PowerShell Script.

Get Scripting Enabled

There are some options that you can set on various levels:

• Restricted: The default execution policy runs interactive commands only but not scripts. It is the one that is set to the default setup of Windows 8.1, 8 and 7.
• Unrestricted: It runs all scripts. You can download all scripts and configuration files from communication applications like Microsoft Outlook, Internet Explorer, Outlook Express, and Windows Messenger that can run after confirming that you understand the file from the Internet and also no digital signature is required.
• All Signed: A publisher must sign all scripts and configuration files, but it you put you at risk of running signed scripts after your confirmation that you trust the publisher.
• Remote Signed: You can run local scripts without any signature, but any downloaded script needs a digital signature, even a UNC path.

How to Allow the Execution of PowerShell Script on Windows 8?

To do so, follow the steps below:

1. Press Windows + C to open the charm screen.
2. Click on Search at the search field.
3. Type Windows PowerShell.
4. Click Windows PowerShell from the results.
5. Click Run as Administrator.
6. Hit Yes to confirm if you promoted by UAC.
7. Set the following command if you want to set execution policy as unrestricted type:

Set-ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted

• Hit Enter.
• The PowerShell will ask you to confirm your decision. The default answer is Yes with Y.
• Hit Enter to continue.

Note: Other available options are N for NO and S for Suspend.

1. Type the following command if you want to change the execution policy back to restricted:

Set-ExecutionPolicy Restricted

1. Hit Enter to confirm.

How to Reinstall PowerShell?

Install or uninstall Windows PowerShell ISE in Optional Features. To do so, follow the steps below:

1. Go to Settings.
2. Hit the Apps icon.
3. On the left side, click on Apps & Features.
4. On the right side, hit the Optional Features link.
5. Select install or uninstall for what you would like to do

Is It Possible to Enable PowerShell Remote in Windows 8?

PowerShell Remote is not enabled in Windows 8 by default, but you can use Group Policy easily to configure the command line. There is a technology behind PowerShell Remoting which is called Windows Remote Management (WinRM).

How to Enable Windows PowerShell ISE in Windows Server 2008?

Use the following procedure to enable Windows PowerShell ISE in Windows PowerShell 2.0 on Windows Server 2008 R2 or Windows Server 2008:

1. Start Server Manager.
2. Select Features.
3. Click on Add Features.
4. Select Windows PowerShell Integrated Scripting Environment (ISE) in Select Feature.

Where to Find Windows PowerShell in Windows 8?

Follow the steps below to find Windows PowerShell in Windows 8:

1. Sign in to Windows 8.
2. Press Windows key to enter Start Menu.
3. On the Start screen, type powershell.
4. Select the Windows PowerShell.
5. Hold Ctrl + Shift + Enter.
6. Enter administrative credential if promoted.

How to Enable and Disable PowerShell?

1. Click the Enable option.
2. Select the Show under the Options section.
3. In the Value column, type powershell.exe to disable the PowerShell experience.
4. Optional: In the Value section, type in a new cell to disable the PowerShell ISE interface.

How to Change Windows PowerShell to Command Prompt

You can opt out of the Windows Logo Key + X change by the following steps:

1. Go to Settings.
2. Select Personalization.
3. Hit Taskbar.
4. Select Turn off.
5. When you right click on the Start button, replace Command Prompt with Windows PowerShell in the menu or hold Windows Key + X.

Which Method Can Start PowerShell in Windows 8?

1. Go to the Start Menu.
2. Type PowerShell.
3. Select Windows PowerShell.

Or

1. Go to Start Menu.
2. Select All Programs.
3. Hit Accessories.
4. Select the Windows PowerShell folder.
5. Select Windows PowerShell.

Conclusion

There are some easy steps to enable or disable a PowerShell Script in Windows 8. In this article, we presented these all fully to help you use PowerShell properly. Do you know any other way to create a PowerShell script? Share your ideas with us.