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net use Help and Syntax

Display built-in Windows command-line help and syntax for net use.

Copy-ready commandnet use Help and Syntax
net /?
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
Windows 10/11 or Windows Server
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

Opens the local syntax reference and option list for net.

net /?

Original command context

The original net use example is included for context. Review all parameters before using it in production.

net use Z: \server\share /persistent:yes

Common errors

The help switch is not recognized

Confirm the command is available on this Windows version. For PowerShell aliases, use Get-Help instead.