Syntax pattern from Microsoft Learn; replace placeholders and choose only one documented alternative before use.
refsutil leak <drive> [/a] [/x] [/v] [/d] [/q] [/t <count>] [/s <file>]refsutil leak command
The `refsutil leak` command assists administrators in detecting and diagnosing storage leaks, which occur when storage space is consumed inefficiently or unnecessarily. This guide lists the documented syntax and parameters for refsutil leak; check Microsoft Learn for version, role and execution-context requirements.
Documented syntax
refsutil leak <drive> [/a] [/x] [/v] [/d] [/q] [/t <count>] [/s <file>]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 |
|---|---|
<drive> | Microsoft documents this argument or subcommand; check the linked reference for its required format and context. |
/a | Microsoft documents this switch; use the linked reference for accepted values, effects and version limits. |
/x | Microsoft documents this switch; use the linked reference for accepted values, effects and version limits. |
/v | Microsoft documents this switch; use the linked reference for accepted values, effects and version limits. |
/d | Microsoft documents this switch; use the linked reference for accepted values, effects and version limits. |
/q | Microsoft documents this switch; use the linked reference for accepted values, effects and version limits. |
/t | Microsoft documents this switch; use the linked reference for accepted values, effects and version limits. |
<count> | Microsoft documents this argument or subcommand; check the linked reference for its required format and context. |
/s | Microsoft documents this switch; use the linked reference for accepted values, effects and version limits. |
<file> | 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.