How to pass a variable to the SelectCommand of a SqlDataSource?

Question

I want to pass variable from the code behind to the SelectCommand of a SqlDataSource?

I don\'t want to use built-in parameter types (like ControlParameter, QueryStri

Answer 1

Just add a custom property to the page which will return the variable of your choice. You can then use the built-in "control" parameter type.

In the code behind, add:

Dim MyVariable as Long


ReadOnly Property MyCustomProperty As Long
    Get
        Return MyVariable
    End Get
End Property

In the select parameters section add: