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New-ADUser Help and Syntax

Display complete syntax, parameter details, and examples for New-ADUser.

Copy-ready commandNew-ADUser Help and Syntax
Get-Help New-ADUser -Full
Production warning

Help and syntax commands are generally read-only. The original command shown for context may change systems or data; review it before execution.

Requirements and permissions

Requirements
RSAT ActiveDirectory module
Permissions
No elevated permissions are normally required to view help; local policy and shell access still apply.
Last reviewed
2026-07-31

Examples

Display the full reference

Uses PowerShell's built-in help system to review the full reference for New-ADUser.

Get-Help New-ADUser -Full

Original command context

The original New-ADUser example is included for context. Review all parameters before using it in production.

New-ADUser -Name "Jane Smith" -SamAccountName jsmith -Enabled $true

Common errors

Help content is incomplete or unavailable

Run Update-Help from an elevated PowerShell session, then retry the command.