RMDIR: Removes a directory.


 


... The examples for the command "RMDIR"
... "RMDIR" Excerpt from Microsoft Windows Help
... Important information, tips for the "RMDIR" command

The command: "RMDIR" is on Windows 12, 11, 10, .. , MS Server 2025, 2022, 2019, .. available

The examples for the command "RMDIR"

The `RMDIR` command in Windows Command Prompt is used to delete directories. Here are some examples of using the `RMDIR` command: Example 1: Delete an empty directory:

RMDIR C:\Example\EmptyDirectory

Description: This command deletes the empty directory "EmptyDirectory" in the path "C:\Example". Example 2: Delete a directory with all subfolders and files:

RMDIR /S /QC:\Example\DirectoryWithContents

Description: Using the `/S` and `/Q` options recursively deletes the DirectoryWithContents directory including all subfolders and files without prompting for confirmation. - `/S`: Deletes all subdirectories and files in the specified directory. - `/Q`: Deletes without confirmation. Example 3: Delete directory and ask for confirmation:

RMDIR /PC:\Example\DirectoryToDelete

Description: The `/P` option causes the user to be asked for confirmation before deleting the DirectoryToDelete directory. Example 4: Delete directory and show output:

RMDIR /S /QC:\Example\DirectoryToDelete > DeleteProtocol.txt

Description: The `/S` and `/Q` options delete the directory without confirmation and the output is redirected to a file named "DeleteProtocol.txt". The log contains information about the deletion process. It is important to be careful when using `RMDIR`, especially with the `/S` and `/Q` options, as this may result in irreversible loss of data. Make sure you specify the correct directory and that you have backed up all important data before deleting a directory.

"RMDIR" Excerpt from Microsoft Windows Help

Microsoft Windows [Version 10.0.19045.3693]
(c) Copyright 1985-2023 Microsoft Corp.

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Removes (deletes) a directory.

RMDIR [/S] [/Q] [drive:]path
RD [/S] [/Q] [drive:]path

    /S      Removes all directories and files in the specified directory
            in addition to the directory itself.  Used to remove a directory
            tree.

    /Q      Quiet mode, do not ask if ok to remove a directory tree with /S

Important information, tips for the "RMDIR" command

Yes, there are some important points you should pay attention to when using the `RMDIR` command in the Windows Command Prompt: 1. Prevent data loss: The `RMDIR` command permanently deletes directories and all files and subdirectories they contain. Make sure you delete the correct directory and that no important data is lost. 2. Confirmation Prompt: You should be particularly careful when using the `/S` switch (delete recursively) or the `/Q` switch (quietly without confirmation prompt). There is no query and the action is taken immediately. Make sure you understand the intended behavior. 3. Backup: Before deleting directories, especially if they are important directories or if you use the command recursively (`/S`), make a backup of your data. This helps avoid possible data loss. 4. Recursive deletion: The `/S` switch causes the directory to be deleted recursively with all subdirectories and files. Be aware that this will remove all contents of the directory. 5. Confirmation Prompt with `/P`: You can use the `/P` option to ask for confirmation before deleting a directory. This gives you an extra level of security to avoid accidental deletions. Example:

RMDIR /S /QC:\Example\DirectoryToDelete

Here the directory “Directory to be deleted” in the path “C:\Example” is deleted recursively and without confirmation. Be sure you intend to do this to avoid data loss. In summary, it is advisable to use `RMDIR` with caution and ensure that you understand the implications of the command options to avoid unwanted data loss.


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