subst

Windows CMD · System · available in the simulator

What it does

Creates virtual drives associated with a path.

Syntax

subst [unidad1: [unidad2:]ruta] | subst unidad1: /d

Options and parameters

• /D

  Deletes the created virtual drive.

  subst X: /D

Usage examples

• subst Z: C:\Datos
• subst Z: /D
• subst
• subst X: C:\Proyectos
• subst X: /D

Notes and common mistakes

• Associates a drive letter with a path; the association is lost upon reboot.

Related commands

• chkdsk
• chkntfs
• convert
• date
• defrag
• diskpart