February 9th, 2016

PowerTip: Use Get-Command to resolve PowerShell alias

Doctor Scripto
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Summary: Learn how to use the Get-Command cmdlet to resolve an alias to a Windows PowerShell command.

Hey, Scripting Guy! Question How can I find if a Windows PowerShell command is an alias?

Hey, Scripting Guy! Answer Use the Get-Command cmdlet, for example:

gcm gwmi

Note: gcm is an alias for Get-Command.

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