What is a Cmdlet in PowerShell? Cmdlet vs. Function

Cmdlets make operating in Windows PowerShell much easier. Watch to learn what a cmdlet is and how it can be useful.

A cmdlet is a lightweight script in Windows PowerShell that performs a single function. Cmdlets are expressed as verb-noun pairs in order to execute commands, like "Get-Location" or "Move-Item." A command delivers an order from the user to an operating system or application, performing services such as locating files or running a program.

Cmdlets have a .ps1 extension, along with a help file that includes a description of the cmdlet, the command syntax, parameters, and an example of how to use the cmdlet.

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[charlesopuoro]

Thank you very much for this clear explanation of what PowerShell Commandlets are.

[kemalbirinci]

I am so happy to find this channel. I have been reading for hours about powershell, and this tiny video is more helpful. thank you

[nightwingx]

liked this bite sized breakdown. it was straight forward and easy to grasp the basic concepts.