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# Set statement

> The set statement is used to set a query option in your APL query.

The `set` statement is used to set a query option. Options enabled with the `set` statement only have effect for the duration of the query.

The `set` statement affects how your query is processed and the returned results.

## Syntax

```kusto  theme={null}
set OptionName=OptionValue
```

## Strict types

The `stricttypes` query option lets you specify only the exact type of the data type declaration needed in your query. Otherwise, it throws a **QueryFailed** error.

## Example

```kusto  theme={null}
set stricttypes; 
['Dataset'] 
| where number == 5
```


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