.NET Framework Class Library
Debugger.Launch Method
Launches and attaches a debugger to the process.
Assembly: mscorlib (in mscorlib.dll)
Syntax
Visual Basic
Public Shared Function Launch As Boolean
C#
public static bool Launch()
Visual C++
public: static bool Launch()
F#
static member Launch : unit -> bool
Return Value
Type: System.Booleantrue if the startup is successful or if the debugger is already attached; otherwise, false.
Exceptions
| Exception | Condition |
|---|---|
| SecurityException |
The System.Security.Permissions.UIPermission is not set to start the debugger. |
Remarks
If a debugger is already attached, nothing happens.
Version Information
.NET Framework
Supported in: 4, 3.5, 3.0, 2.0, 1.1, 1.0.NET Framework Client Profile
Supported in: 4, 3.5 SP1Portable Class Library
Supported in: Portable Class Library.NET Framework Security
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UIPermission
for permission to start a debugger. Associated enumeration: PermissionState.Unrestricted
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SecurityPermission
for operating with unmanaged code. Associated enumeration: SecurityPermissionFlag.UnmanagedCode Security action: Demand
Platforms
Windows 7, Windows Vista SP1 or later, Windows XP SP3, Windows XP SP2 x64 Edition, Windows Server 2008 (Server Core not supported), Windows Server 2008 R2 (Server Core supported with SP1 or later), Windows Server 2003 SP2
The .NET Framework does not support all versions of every platform. For a list of the supported versions, see .NET Framework System Requirements.
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