how to run cpp in visual studio

Running C++ in Visual Studio

  1. Open Visual Studio: Launch the Visual Studio application on your computer.

  2. Create a New Project: Click on "Create a new project" to start a new project.

  3. Select Project Type: Choose "C++" from the list of project types.

  4. Choose Project Template: Select a template for your C++ project, such as "Console App" or "Windows Desktop Wizard."

  5. Name Your Project: Give your project a name and choose a location to save it.

  6. Write Your Code: Write your C++ code in the editor provided by Visual Studio.

  7. Build the Project: Click on "Build" in the menu to compile your code.

  8. Run the Project: Once the build is successful, click on "Start" or press F5 to run your C++ program.

  9. View Output: You should see the output of your C++ program in the console or output window.

  10. Debugging (Optional): If there are any issues, you can use the debugging tools in Visual Studio to identify and fix them.

This sequence of steps should allow you to run a C++ program in Visual Studio.