Console cpp project in Visual Studio

Question

What and how should I install in order to be able to create an ordinary console project in Visual Studio?

Here is what I have already installed and what options I have. The problem is that there is no option for creating an ordinary console project. Is it named somewhat different not just a console project in cpp?

Answer 1

Look under the "Installed" tab on the left side, not the "Online" tab you currently selected. You should find "Win32 Console Application" there.

Answer 2

I recommend to use 'Empty project' option for such purposes. Just type 'Empty' in the search field to find it.

In this case you have to manually add .cpp file, define a main function - and you will have simple console application with no Windows-specific overheads.