# FD

Generates file dependencies related to the Microsoft* C/C++ compiler.

## Syntax

Linux: | None

macOS: | None

Windows: | /FD

## Arguments

None

## Default

OFF | The compiler does not generate Microsoft C/C++-related file dependencies.

## Description

This option generates file dependencies related to the Microsoft* C/C++ compiler. It invokes the Microsoft C/C++ compiler and passes the option to it.

## IDE Equivalent

None

## Alternate Options

None

Parent topic: Output, Debug, and Precompiled Header (PCH) Options