Disable displaying of "output window" at each compilation

In VS2010, I noticed that the "output window" is shown every time we compile the solution, even if we have had close it.

In VS2008, that wasn't the case. I don't mind this output window. I prefer looking at the "Error window" only, and only if it is necessary. In VS2008, it was perfect.

How to disable the systematic displaying of the "output window" in VS2010?

Solution 1:

Go to Tools, Options, Projects And Solutions, and uncheck Show Output Window when Build Starts.

Solution 2:

While the question is related to compiling. I came to this question and I am sure other will, just to disable the output window entirely.

So in addition to the accepted answer I offer the following.

In VS2013 (versions maybe more or less).

Tools > Options > Debugging > Output Window

There are a number of options turned on for directing messages to the output window.

I has simply saved a unit test class when it popped up in front of me.