# Controlling debug execution

The debug execution controls are superceded by breakpoints. For example, if you attempt to step over a function and the program hits a breakpoint, it pauses, regardless of whether the function is completed. You can control your debug execution in various ways, but they all rely on a core set of debug controls.

To control a debug execution:

1. In the Debug view, select a thread.
2. To control the debug session, click:
   - Run > Resume
   - Run > Suspend
   - Run > Terminate
   - Run > Disconnect
   - Run > Remove All Terminated Launches
   - Run > Restart

C/C++ Development perspective

Debugging

Debug launch controls
Debug view