How do I get w3wp.exe process available in the 'Attach to Process' dialogue in Visual Studio?

Question

I have a big asp.net project, I want to attach the process to chrome.

Before, all I did was attach to w3wp.exe process and then run the URL in chrome.

But now, w3wp.exe process is not showing in the 'Attach to Process' dialogue.

How do I show w3wp.exe in the 'Attach to Process' dialogue?

Answer 1

1. Hit the URL first so as thread get active
2. Open attach process dialog
3. Press refresh (if didn't listed)
4. Check Show processes from all users/sessions (if didn't listed)

Answer 2

I personally recommend adding a plugin to make it even easier, such as the AttachTo. With the plugin you can attach in one click without having to navigate the process dialog.