FileInfo.Directory Property
[ This article is for Windows Phone 8 developers. If you’re developing for Windows 10, see the latest documentation. ]
Gets an instance of the parent directory.
Namespace: System.IO
Assembly: mscorlib (in mscorlib.dll)
Syntax
Public ReadOnly Property Directory As DirectoryInfo
public DirectoryInfo Directory { get; }
Property Value
Type: System.IO..::.DirectoryInfo
A DirectoryInfo object representing the parent directory of this file.
Exceptions
| Exception | Condition |
|---|---|
| DirectoryNotFoundException | The specified path is invalid, such as being on an unmapped drive. |
| SecurityException | The caller does not have the required permission. |
Remarks
To get the parent directory as a string, use the DirectoryName property.
Version Notes
Windows Phone
This member has a SecurityCriticalAttribute attribute. This attribute restricts this member to internal use. Application code that uses this member throws a MethodAccessException.
Version Information
Windows Phone OS
Supported in: 8.1, 8.0, 7.1, 7.0
Platforms
Windows Phone