SQL based prompt using value of first prompt

Hi Experts,
Is there any way by which we can use the value selected in first prompt to generate the values in second prompt.
I actually want to write a sql for second prompt using the value selected in first prompt.
Is it possible.
I am aware of the constraint option but it will not be helpful for my requirement.
Regards,
Anurag

hi,
1) Declare a presentation variable in first prompt V1
2) Take a dummy colum in fx section CASE WHEN 1=0 THEN 'Dim - Area" ELSE '@{V1}' END
Save the prompt select value in first prompt and click go it will pass the same value to second prompt
If this is not the requirement let me know
thanks,
saichand.v

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