How to manually mark an entity as Modified / Detached etc.?

Short answer: context.Entry(entity).State = EntityState.Detached; This is helpful when: You’re updating data without reloading it Working with disconnected scenarios (e.g., APIs)

Example code

Use the Entry() method: context.Entry(entity).State = EntityState.Modified;

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