diff --git a/reference/5.1/Microsoft.PowerShell.Core/Out-Null.md b/reference/5.1/Microsoft.PowerShell.Core/Out-Null.md
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@@ -21,7 +21,9 @@ Out-Null [-InputObject <PSObject>] [<CommonParameters>]
 
 ## DESCRIPTION
 The **Out-Null** cmdlet sends its output to NULL, in effect, removing it from the pipeline and
-preventing the output to be displayed at the screen.
+preventing the output to be displayed at the screen. Ihis only affects the standard output stream.
+Other output streams, like the Error stream are not affected. Exceptions will be displayed. This 
+makes it easier to test your command for any errors.
 
 ## EXAMPLES