Start SQL Server from SSMS Is there a way to start SQL Server directly from SSMS? 

I ask because I often go directly into SSMS, only to realize that I haven't started the SQL Server service yet. Which means either running a different app or messing around with the command prompt.
You can start the SQL Server service from SSMS Registered Servers list (View-->Registered Servers). You might need to first register the desired server (local or remote). 

Right-click on the registered name and select Service control-->Start.