Unable to Find wt.exe in Windows

The Windows Terminal (wt.exe) is a powerful tool for using command-line interfaces and various terminals in Windows. It comes pre-installed on recent versions of Windows 10 and Windows 11. If you encounter an error saying the system cannot find wt.exe, it may be due to system settings or issues with Windows Terminal installation or updates. Below are steps to resolve this issue.

1. Ensure Windows Terminal is Installed

Windows Terminal is installed by default on certain versions of Windows 10 and Windows 11. If it’s not installed, you can easily add it manually:

Once installed, wt.exe should be available to launch.

2. Check the PATH Environment Variables

If Windows Terminal is installed but the system cannot find wt.exe, the issue might be with the executable paths. To check:

  • Open "System Settings."
  • Go to System Properties > Advanced System Settings > Environment Variables.
  • In the PATH variable, check if the path C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.WindowsTerminal_<version_number> (the default path) is included.

If the path is missing, add it manually by specifying the full path to the folder containing wt.exe.

3. Verify Your Windows Version

Windows Terminal is available for Windows 10 versions 1903 and above. Ensure your Windows version is up to date:

  • Open Settings > Update & Security.
  • Click Check for Updates and install any available updates.

This can resolve issues related to the absence or improper functioning of wt.exe.

4. Ensure Windows Terminal is Not Hidden or Uninstalled

If Windows Terminal worked before but is now missing, it may have been accidentally removed or hidden. Try reinstalling it:

  • Open the Microsoft Store and reinstall Windows Terminal.

After reinstallation, the application should work correctly.