Copy-ready commandrobocopy
robocopy C:\Source D:\Backup /MIR /R:2 /W:5 /LOG:backup.logProduction warning
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Requirements and permissions
- Requirements
- Windows 10/11 or Windows Server
- Permissions
- Varies by command
- Last reviewed
- 2026-07-31
Examples
Basic example
Copy and synchronize directory trees.
robocopy C:\Source D:\Backup /MIR /R:2 /W:5 /LOG:backup.logCommon errors
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