Feature request

[derricck]

Hi Mike, do you accept a feature request? I'm searching for a way to clear the output window with a shortcut.

[ArdaAras]

Hi @derricck, I think this is only possible through a custom command. Here's how I did in Visual Studio 2019:

• Go to Tools > External Tools....
• In the External Tools dialog, click Add.
• Set the Title to something like Clear Output.
• Set the Command to cmd.exe.
• Set the Arguments to /c cls.
• Optionally, set the Initial directory to $(SolutionDir).
• Check 'Use Output Window' box.
• Click OK to save.
• Assign a Keyboard Shortcut: Then,
• Go to Tools > Options.
• In the Options dialog, navigate to Environment > Keyboard.
• In the Show commands containing: field, type Tools.ExternalCommand followed by the number corresponding to the position of your newly created external tool (e.g., Tools.ExternalCommand1 for the first external tool).
• In the Press shortcut keys: field, press the keyboard shortcut you want to use (e.g., Ctrl+Shift+L).
• Click Assign, then OK to save.

Let me know should you need further assistance.