In Powershell can you use the copy-item command to copy all the contents of a directory including folders?

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I know how to do it with different commands but is there a way to make it so copy-item cmdlet also copies directories to the target folder for example if I wanted to copy everything in the C:\users folder including all directories and sub directories is it possible to do with the copy-item command.

Roger Johnson · Accepted Answer · 2012-07-26 06:40:35Z

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You should be able to do it with:

copy-item C:\users -recurse

copy-item C:\users -destination c:\somewhereelse -recurse

The first way assumes you are currently in the destination folder, the second way is explicit.

answered Jul 26, 2012 at 6:40

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CB. Over a year ago

I suggest to use -force parameter if hidden or system files are present in source folder.

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