Windows – How to open Command Prompt in a specific folder as Administrator

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I made a shortcut to cmd.exe and specified the folder that I want to start in. I then went to Advanced and ticked Run as administrator.

When I double-click on the shortcut, it always starts in C:\Windows\System32.

What I am missing? How can I get the command line to start in the folder specified?

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In the target you should specify cmd /k cd c:\crp

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