Syntax pattern from Microsoft Learn; replace placeholders and choose only one documented alternative before use.
bdehdcfg -target {default|unallocated|<drive_letter> shrink|<drive_letter> merge}bdehdcfg target command
Prepares a partition for use as a system drive by BitLocker and Windows Recovery. This guide lists the documented syntax and parameters for bdehdcfg target; check Microsoft Learn for version, role and execution-context requirements.
Documented syntax
bdehdcfg -target {default|unallocated|<drive_letter> shrink|<drive_letter> merge}The linked Microsoft Learn article is the upstream authority. Availability may depend on Windows release, role, optional feature or interactive tool context.
Syntax pattern
Parameters, options and clauses
| Option / clause | Description |
|---|---|
-target | Microsoft documents this switch; use the linked reference for accepted values, effects and version limits. |
<drive_letter> | Microsoft documents this argument or subcommand; check the linked reference for its required format and context. |
Review a command and its target before running it. Commands that alter files, services, accounts, disks, permissions or databases may be difficult to reverse. Test in a safe environment and keep backups.