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Inspect optional directory features before planning a feature enablement change.
Active Directory · Risk: Low · Documentation VerifiedLast verified: 2026-10-26
Returns feature metadata. The command does not enable or disable an optional feature.
Get-ADOptionalFeature [-AuthType <ADAuthType>] [-Credential <PSCredential>] -Filter <String>
[-Properties <String[]>] [-ResultPageSize <Int32>] [-ResultSetSize <Int32>] [-SearchBase <String>]
[-SearchScope <ADSearchScope>] [-Server <String>] [<CommonParameters>]Directory read access appropriate to the requested objects is required. Replication diagnostics may require additional delegated directory permissions; use an approved administrative account where necessary.
Windows / ActiveDirectory module · Windows Server 2025 PowerShell reference; RSAT module and domain capabilities determine availability
-Filter (required)Windows with the ActiveDirectory PowerShell module (RSAT), connectivity to an appropriate directory server, and an authenticated directory context. Replace example identities and hosts with authorized targets.
Read-only example. Directory identities, group membership, policies, and topology can expose sensitive organizational information. Store and share results only with authorized recipients.
Get-ADOptionalFeature -Filter '*'Returns feature metadata. The command does not enable or disable an optional feature.
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