calling Functions from non .net tags

[mRbLACK]

Hi there

 

Is it possible (and how) to call an asp.net function from a non asp.net tag ie. calling a function from <button> tag instead of an <asp:button> tag?

 

I know this is a basic question but its really irritating me.

 

thanks

[jeffchs]

I don't think it is possible since the code is only on the server side. maybe adding a runat="server" attribute in the button would work, but I doubt it. you could have the button repost to the same page with a modified URL adding a ?myvariable=myvar then have your page load function check for this variable and call the function from the pageload.

[Derek Stone]

You can cause a postback from any element that supports an onclick event (JavaScript).

[mRbLACK]

thanx i assumed its possible but havent found the right code yet, if your vb function is myfunc()

<button value="submit" onclick="myfunc">

<button value="submit" onclick="myfunc()">

<button value="submit" onclick="myfunc" runat="server">

non of it works (not to mention there is no runat attrb for those tags)

 

any ideas?

[bungpeng]

No, you cannot direct call your vb function "myfunc" like this. You can cause a Postback, then in your server "Page_load" event, use "Request.Form..." (not runat=server) to check which controls cause the Postback, then call the necessary functions.

 

Example:

 

If Request.Form("btnSave") = "Save" Then

Call SaveFunc

ElseIf Request.Form("btnDelete") = "Delete" Then

Call DeleteFunc

End If

[mRbLACK]

geees what a shlepp but that makes a lot more sence thanks loads for the help...:D