Using Windows to Find Your IP Address on the Network “You can follow these 3 steps”

 


For the purpose of configuring connections or resolving network issues, finding your IP address on a Windows machine is crucial. We'll walk you through three easy steps in this short and straightforward guide to assist you in finding your IP address. This article offers straightforward instructions to help you determine your IP address and understand your network connectivity, whether you prefer using the Command Prompt, Network Connections Settings, or Windows Settings.

 

Methods 1 : Using Network Connections Settings

 (Right-click on the network icon in the system tray (usually located in the bottom-right corner of the screen).

 


 

Select "Open Network & Internet settings" or "Open Network & Sharing Center," depending on your Windows version.

 


 In the Network & Internet settings or Network and Sharing Center window, click on "Change adapter options" or "Change adapter settings."

 

 


 

 You'll see a list of network adapters. Right-click on the one you are currently using and select "Status."

 


 

 In the Status window, click on "Details."

Look for the "IPv4 Address" entry. The IP address displayed next to it is your computer's IP address.

 

 

 

 

Methods 3 : Using Command prompt

 

1st Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.

Type "cmd" and press Enter. This will open the Command Prompt.



 In the Command Prompt window, type "ipconfig" and press Enter.

 


 

 Find your current network adapter (Ethernet adapter, Wi-Fi adapter, etc.) by scrolling through the results.

Look under the relevant network adapter for the "IPv4 Address" entry. Your computer's IP address is shown next to that item.

 

 

 

Methods 3 : Using Windows Settings

 

Click on the Start button and select "Settings"

In the Settings window, click on "Network & Internet."

From the left sidebar, select "Ethernet" or "Wi-Fi," depending on your connection type.

 


 

 Under the Ethernet or Wi-Fi section, locate your connected network and click on it.

 

 


 

 

In the network settings, scroll down and click on "Hardware properties."

Look for the "IPv4 Address" entry. The IP address displayed next to it is your computer's IP address.