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tracert Help and Syntax

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

Copy-ready commandtracert Help and Syntax
tracert /?
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 tracert.

tracert /?

Original command context

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

tracert example.com

Common errors

The help switch is not recognized

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