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How do you "drop out" of the console if you want to move on to run a new line a code?

Does anyone know how Craig "Drops Out" of the next to run a new line of code?

5 Answers

Hi Skylar!

On MacOS (and Linux), you can type exit() and press Enter or use the Ctrl + D shortcut keys. (Note: Ctrl and NOT Cmd) (Also, works in the terminal Python REPL the same way.)

In Windows, type Ctrl+Z and press Enter:

More info:

https://realpython.com/interacting-with-python/

(Scroll down to "Exiting the Interpreter")

I hope that helps.

Stay safe and happy coding!

Hi Skylar!

For the record, I HATE it when a video tutor does something like use shortcut keys without explaining what has happened off-screen. I have been similarly baffled and frustrated when key tips like that are left out by the instructors.

For me, it often happens when they are explaining how to set up a dev environment on a local system. If one KEY detail is left out, 9 times out of 10, I can't get the environment working.

Been there, done that, have the T-shirt!?! LOL

I hope that helps.

Stay safe and happy coding!

Jennifer Nordell
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Jennifer Nordell
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Hi there, Peter Vann! I would like to point out that the CTRL + D was introduced in a course that should have been taken before this one. You can find the reference in this video at around the 5:19 mark :smiley:

thank you! CTRL + D worked!

By the way, I don't know what code editor you generally use, but I highly recommend getting VERY familiar with shortcut keys in it. Knowing them can speed up a lot of your coding and save you a world of hurt!?! (And for your operating system in general, too.)

Also, look into things like Emmet and Dash for Mac (if you use a Mac)!?!

I hope that helps.

Stay safe and happy coding!

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Hi Jennifer,

I knew he mentioned it before, but didn't want to dig too much and thought I could just get an answer on here faster. Thank you for the comment though!