How to Use the Dir Command in Windows 10 Without Recursing Expected Local File System

Using the dir Command in Windows 10 as an Administrator

The dir command is a powerful tool in Windows 10 that allows users to view the files and directories in a specified directory or volume. In this article, we will focus on how to use the dir command as an administrator in the command window. This will enable users to view all the files in a particular directory or volume, including those that are hidden or system files.

Running the Command Window as an Administrator

To run the command window as an administrator, follow these steps:

1. Click on the Windows Start button.
2. Type "command prompt" in the search bar.
3. Right-click on the Command Prompt app and select "Run as administrator" from the context menu.

Navigating to the Desired Directory

Once you have opened the command window as an administrator, you can navigate to the desired directory by typing the following command:

This command will change the current directory to the specified path. In this example, the path is C:\Users\mbmas.

Using the dir Command

After navigating to the desired directory, you can use the dir command to view the files in that directory. To view all the files with the .xls extension, type the following command:

This command will display a list of all the files with the .xls extension in the current directory and all its subdirectories. The /S switch is used to include all subdirectories in the search.

Interpreting the Results

The results of the dir command will include several columns of information, such as the file name, size, and last modified date. In this example, the following results are displayed:

This indicates the volume that is being searched. Since no label has been assigned to the volume, it is displayed as "Volume drive C has no label".

The dir command is a powerful tool in Windows 10 that allows users to view the files and directories in a specified directory or volume. Running the command window as an administrator enables users to view all the files in a particular directory or volume, including those that are hidden or system files. By using the /S switch, users can include all subdirectories in the search. Knowing how to use the dir command effectively can help users manage their files and directories more efficiently.

References

• dir Command
• cd Command
• How to Run the Command Prompt as an Administrator in Windows 8.1