How can I clear the current line of the Windows command prompt?
Problem
How can I clear the current line in the command prompt? (I'm using Windows 7.) Too often, I enter a command, execute it, get many lines of output, then wish to enter another command. But before entering the second command, I press the up arrow key to review the first command, then I find I have to hold backspace for 30-or so characters. (I can't just press down again to get an empty line. Nor can I get it by pressing up again.)
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Fix for: How can I clear the current line of the Windows command prompt?
The Escape ( ) key will clear the input line. In addition, pressing will move the cursor to a new, blank line. This may be helpful as the input you just reviewed remains visible while you type the new command.
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