How to compile just one file in c#?

Question

In VC++ I can press CTRL+F7 to compile a single file, or right click on a source file ot compile it. Is it possible to compile a single file (or current file) in C#?

Answer 1

For single .cs file compile + run:

1. In VS 2008, go to "Tools" > "External Tools"
2. Click on "Add"
3. Title: Run CSC (or whatever you want)
4. Command: C:\Windows\system32\cmd.exe
5. Arguments: /c C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v3.5\csc.exe /target:winexe $(ItemPath) && $(ItemFileName)
6. Initial directory: $(ItemDir)
7. Check Use Output Window
8. Apply + Ok
9. Go to Tools and choose "Run CSC"

If this doesn't work, verify that your paths for cmd and csc match.