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Python Using Databases in Python Gettin' CRUD-y With It Clean Up

Posted by Alejandra Estefanía Aguilera Ávila
Alejandra Estefanía Aguilera Ávila
6,865 Points

Could somebody explain to me the clear() function?

Hi, community

I don't get how to use this function. I'm confused about all of its elements (the os import, the 'cls' thing, etc.). Can someone elaborate on this better?

Thanks in advance!

1 Answer

Steven Parker
Steven Parker
229,657 Points
Steven Parker
Steven Parker
229,657 Points

The "os.system" method lets you run operating system commands from inside the Python program. And "cls" is the command you type to a command prompt in a Windows system to clear the screen. The command to do the same thing on Linux is "clear".