# Wbrief

Tells the compiler to display a shorter form of diagnostic output.

## Syntax

Linux and macOS: | -Wbrief

Windows: | /WL

## Arguments

None

## Default

OFF | The compiler displays its normal diagnostic output.

## Description

This option tells the compiler to display a shorter form of diagnostic output. In this form, the original source line is not displayed and the error message text is not wrapped when too long to fit on a single line.

## IDE Equivalent

None

## Alternate Options

Linux and macOS: None

Windows: /WL

Parent topic: Compiler Diagnostic Options