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Python

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clear screen in python shell

the clear screen function will not work in the python shell. the screen just flashes and stays the same.

import os

os.system('cls')

1 Answer

Steven Parker
Steven Parker
229,608 Points

Perhaps you're not using a Windows system. Try this instead:

os.system("clear")
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Yes, I'm using Windows. I tried the mac, and linux version anyway though, but it didn't work.

Steven Parker
Steven Parker
229,608 Points

In that case, you might want to take this up with the Support folks.

@ Steven Parker: You rock! thx

Steven Parker
Steven Parker
229,608 Points

Well, thanks! It's fun to know something I wrote over a year ago is still helping. :wink: