The Watch Window: Hexadecimal Display

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Menu:  [Context Menu] -> Hexadecimal Display
Command:  Debug.HexadecimalDisplay
Versions:  2008,2010
Published:  10/14/2010
Code:  vstipTool0110

 

Sometimes you just need a little hex.  The good news is that all the Variable windows (Locals, Autos, QuickWatch, and Watch) support showing the hexadecimal display for values.  In any variable window just RIGHT CLICK anywhere and choose Hexadecimal Display:

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You will now have hex values displayed for the values:

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You can reverse this process to turn the hex display off as well.  These values are particularly useful when you are dealing with data that requires any hex input for values.  It is rarely used but very useful when you need it.