The Tree command is a Windows command-line tool used to display a graphical representation of the directory structure of a specified drive or path. It is a useful tool for visualizing the contents of a directory, as well as for quickly navigating through a directory structure. The Tree command is available in all versions of Windows, from Windows 95 to Windows 10.
Purpose of the Tree Command
The primary purpose of the Tree command is to display a graphical representation of the directory structure of a specified drive or path. This graphical representation is displayed in the form of a tree, with each branch representing a directory or subdirectory. The Tree command can be used to quickly view the contents of a directory, as well as to navigate quickly through a directory structure.
Syntax of the Tree Command
The syntax of the Tree command is as follows:
tree [drive:][path] [/f] [/a]
The following table describes the various options available for the Tree command:
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| [drive:][path] | Specifies the drive and/or path to list. |
| /f | Displays the names of the files in each directory. |
| /a | Displays hidden and system files in the tree. |
Examples of the Tree Command
The following examples illustrate the use of the Tree command:
- To display a graphical representation of the directory structure of the C: drive, type the following command: tree c:
- To display a graphical representation of the directory structure of the C: drive, including the names of the files in each directory, type the following command: tree c: /f
- To display a graphical representation of the directory structure of the C: drive, including hidden and system files, type the following command: tree c: /a
Conclusion
The Tree command is a useful Windows command-line tool for quickly viewing the contents of a directory, as well as for quickly navigating through a directory structure. The Tree command is available in all versions of Windows, from Windows 95 to Windows 10. The syntax of the Tree command is simple, and the command supports several options for displaying hidden and system files, as well as for displaying the names of the files in each directory.