CONVERT Windows Command Guide

The Windows convert command is a powerful tool that allows users to convert file systems on their hard drives, making it easy to transfer data between different systems. With the convert command, you can seamlessly move files between FAT and NTFS file systems, ensuring compatibility and efficiency. Additionally, the convert command can also be used to convert the character sets of text files, making it easier to work with files in different languages. By following a few simple steps, you can quickly and efficiently convert your files with the Windows convert command.

CONVERT Syntax:

convert [drive:][path] [/fs:ntfs] [/v] [/v]

Options:

Option	Description
/fs:ntfs	Specifies the NTFS file system
/v	Displays the name of the volume

Parameters:

Parameter	Description
[drive:][path]	Specifies the drive and directory to convert

CONVERT Command Samples:

Convert a file from FAT32 to NTFS

convert C: /fs:ntfs

Converts the file system of the C drive from FAT32 to NTFS.

Convert a file from NTFS to exFAT

convert D: /fs:exfat

Converts the file system of the D drive from NTFS to exFAT.

Convert an external drive to NTFS

convert E: /fs:ntfs

Converts the file system of the external E drive to NTFS.

Convert a specific folder to NTFS

convert F:\myfolder /fs:ntfs

Converts the file system of the “myfolder” folder on the F drive to NTFS.

Convert a FAT32 USB drive to exFAT

convert G: /fs:exfat

Converts the file system of the G USB drive from FAT32 to exFAT.

CONVERT FAQ:

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Applications of the CONVERT Command

Change the file system of a volume
Convert a volume to NTFS
Convert a volume FAT32 file system to exFAT
Convert a volume FAT file system to exFAT
Specify the allocation unit size for a volume