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Windows Forms Programming

ErrorProvider Component (Windows Forms)

The Windows Forms ErrorProvider component is used to show the user in a non-intrusive way that something is wrong. It is typically used in conjunction with validating user input on a form, or displaying errors within a dataset.

In This Section

ErrorProvider Component Overview (Windows Forms): Explains what this component is and its key features and properties.

How to: Display Error Icons for Form Validation with the Windows Forms ErrorProvider Component: Gives directions for validating user input with an error provider component.

How to: View Errors Within a DataSet with the Windows Forms ErrorProvider Component: Gives directions for using an error provider component to display data errors.

Reference

ErrorProvider: Describes this class and has links to all its members.

Related Sections

Controls to Use on Windows Forms: Provides a complete list of Windows Forms controls, with links to information on their use.