Command-Line Syntax Key
Applies To: Windows 7, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Vista
The following table describes the notation used to indicate command-line syntax.
| Notation | Description |
|---|---|
Text without brackets or braces |
Items you must type as shown |
<Text inside angle brackets> |
Placeholder for which you must supply a value |
[Text inside square brackets] |
Optional items |
{Text inside braces} |
Set of required items; choose one |
Vertical bar (|) |
Separator for mutually exclusive items; choose one |
Ellipsis (…) |
Items that can be repeated |