How do you convert a string into base64 in .net framework 4

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So I've been going around the internet looking for a way to convert regular text(string) into base64 string and found many solutions. I'm trying to use: ``` Dim byt As Byte() = System.Text.Encoding.UTF8.GetBytes(TextBox1.Text) TextBox2.Text = convert.ToBase64String(byt) ``` but it end up with an error saying 'ToBase64String' is not a member of 'System.Windows.Forms.Timer'. What do I do to fix this? Or if there's a better way to code it please help.

Accepted Answer

Use `System.Convert.ToBase64String(byt)`. Otherwise the timer is picked up as the innermost matching name. Not the best name for a timer btw.

How do you convert a string into base64 in .net framework 4

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