This is correct, it returns -1.  I tried omitting the Inherits declaration in the user control but since I need it for the navigation below I have to do something else.

Dim objModules As Entities.Modules.ModuleController = New Entities.Modules.ModuleController
Response.Redirect(NavigateURL(PortalSettings.ActiveTab.TabID, "AddFile", "mid="& CStr(ParentModule.ModuleId)))

I'm trying to follow Hooligannes recommendation of creating properties for the ModuleID and PortalID in my usercontrol, but now it fusses with me because I need to override the existing properties. I'm trying to figure that one out.

Jon

Steve,

This is exactly what I'm doing and I thank you for pointing out my unnecessary use of objModules. As a novice developer Michael Washington's tutorials on his site (and the forums here and asp .net) are my only resources I have to learn this stuff. You can't imagine how terrible it is not having a mentor around to ask the many questions I have. I must choose my problems wisely because I've been flamed severly for asking how to do something. I want to avoid upsetting anyone because I rely so heavily on forum member's willingness to help. I am adamantly trying to get Hooligannes suggestion to work. It's encouraging to know you agree with his method.

Jon