The default context is the function containing the current execution location. You can choose an alternate context to display in the Locals window:
Use the Debug Location toolbar to select the desired function, thread, or program
Double-click on an item in the Call Stack or Threads window
To view or modify information in the Locals window, the debugger must be in break mode. If you choose Continue, some information may appear in the Locals window while your program executes, but it will not be current until the next time your program breaks (in other words, it hits a breakpoint or you choose Break All from the Debug menu).