# Qinstall

Specifies the root directory where the compiler installation was performed. This content is specific to C++; it does not apply to DPC++.

## Syntax

Linux: | -Qinstall dir

Windows: | None

## Arguments

dir | Is the root directory where the installation was performed.

## Default

OFF | The default root directory for compiler installation is searched for the compiler.

## Description

This option specifies the root directory where the compiler installation was performed. It is useful if you want to use a different compiler or if you did not use a shell script to set your environment variables.

## IDE Equivalent

None

## Alternate Options

None

Parent topic: Component Control Options