Copy-ready commandStop-Service
Stop-Service -Name SpoolerRequirements and permissions
- Requirements
- Windows PowerShell 5.1 or PowerShell 7
- Permissions
- Varies by command
- Last reviewed
- 2026-07-31
Examples
Basic example
Stop a Windows service.
Stop-Service -Name SpoolerCommon errors
Command not found
Confirm Windows PowerShell 5.1 or PowerShell 7 is installed and available in your current shell.