Entity framework DB first - private setter

Question

For every table, EF generates a partial class, where all fields are publicly accessible, for example

public int ID { get; set; }

Is it possible to make the set private? I would then only allow the field to be changed calling my custom public method.

Answer 1

Using designer, you can change visibility of setter from property grid. Just click on property, press F4, and select desired visibility:

But I recommend you to select protected instead of private , since there could be some difficulties (eg see this question ).