Example from the linked Microsoft Learn article. Check its paths, targets and availability before adapting it.
add alias System1 %VSS_SHADOW_1%add alias command
Adds aliases to the alias environment. This guide lists the documented syntax and parameters for add alias; check Microsoft Learn for version, role and execution-context requirements.
Documented syntax
add alias <aliasname> <aliasvalue>The linked Microsoft Learn article is the upstream authority. Availability may depend on Windows release, role, optional feature or interactive tool context.
Examples
Parameters, options and clauses
| Option / clause | Description |
|---|---|
<aliasname> | Microsoft documents this argument or subcommand; check the linked reference for its required format and context. |
<aliasvalue> | Microsoft documents this argument or subcommand; check the linked reference for its required format and context. |
? | Microsoft documents this argument or subcommand; check the linked reference for its required format and context. |
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