How to Convert to Integers in VB6

The Visual Basic 6 (VB6) language provides several conversion functions for integer numbers. For instance, you must convert an integer to a string before adding the value to a form label or text box. You can also convert an integer to a decimal value when you need precision calculations. Create a VB6 variable to contain the new converted number and use the functions to convert the integer in your code.

Instructions

1. Click the Windows "Start" button and type "visual basic" in the search text box. Press "Enter" to open the VB6 software.

2. Double-click the project file name in the "Recent Project" list or click the "Open" toolbar item to open the file.

3. Right-click the form you want to edit and select "View Code." Scroll down to the function you want to use to convert the integer.

4. Create a variable for the converted integer. You must create a variable with the same data type as the conversion you want to perform. For instance, if you want to convert the integer to a string, create a string variable demonstrated below:

   Dim convert As String

5. Perform the conversion. The following code uses the "Cstr" conversion function to convert to a string:

   convert = CStr(integer)

   Replace the "integer" variable with your own integer value.

References

• Microsoft: Conversion Functions