How to call different version of Internet explorer option in F12 developer tools from Windows command line

Question

I need to have multiple versions of IE browser in my windows 7 for cross browser testing. I checked for Standalone application, but nothing worked properly.

I know there is a F12 developer tool in windows which will switch the user agent, is it possible to call the iexplore.exe browser from command line along with the required browser version?

• I have already got the trial version of spoon, but I am looking for a free solution.
• I am not looking for any paid version of alternatives
• I dont need procedures that involve creation of virtual machine as they will not work for me.

Kindly let me know if the above information is not clear or insufficient.

Answer 1

It's not possible to change the browser version from the command line.

The closest you can do and it's not at all recommend as it impacts every IE instance is to use the Browser Emulation feature control key (documentation) to change the default mode.