consolehandler

noun
UK /ˈkɒnsəlˌhændlə/
US /ˈkɑːnsoʊlˌhændlər/

A consolehandler is a small program that takes care of the messages you type into a computer's text window.

The consolehandler printed my command and showed the result on the screen.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A part of a program that manages the text-based screen where users type and read messages.

The game's consolehandler cleared the screen before drawing the map.

3. A tool that catches errors and messages sent to a computer console.

The consolehandler logged every warning during the test run.

4. A person or device that operates a control panel.

The consolehandler at the power plant watched the gauges all night.