# V

Displays the compiler version information.

## Syntax

Linux: | -V

macOS: | -V

Windows: | /QV

## Arguments

None

## Default

OFF | The compiler version information is not displayed.

## Description

This option displays the startup banner, which contains the following compiler information:

- The name of the compiler and its applicable architecture

- The major and minor version of the compiler, the update number, and the package number(for example, Version 12.1.0.047)

- The specific build and build date (for example, Build <builddate>)

- The copyright date of the software

This option can be placed anywhere on the command line.

## IDE Equivalent

Visual Studio: None

Eclipse: General > Show Startup Banner

Xcode: General > Show Startup Banner

## Alternate Options

None

Parent topic: Miscellaneous Options