Access XP Add Ins

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Deb Roberts

I have an Access database which requires a DLL and OCX file to be added-in.

My problem is that I need to distribute the database to several users, and
it appears that each time I place a copy on another PC I need to reinstall
the add-ins.

Is there a way around this???

Thanks in advance !

Deb
 
Deb,

Which DLL and OCX are we talking about? We have code work-arounds on some
already, so let us know which ones.

One of the most notorious about causing problems is the Common Dialog
control (comdlg32.ocx), used for browsing folders and files - the
workarounds which have been in use for years are:

Call the standard Windows File Open/Save dialog box:
http://www.mvps.org/access/api/api0001.htm

BrowseFolder Dialog:
http://www.mvps.org/access/api/api0002.htm


hth,
 
Cheryl

The two that are causing problems are:

msadomd.dll and mscomct2.ocx

Many Thanks

Deb
 
Re: mccomct2.ocx

This is another activex control which is prone to licensing and versioning
problems. I recommend that you take a look at incorporating Stephen LeBans'
MonthCalendar into your application as a replacement. Here is a link:
http://www.lebans.com/monthcalendar.htm

Re: msadomd.dll

I don't know what to tell you about this one, except to say that any
References, Controls, DLLs or OCXs used in your application must exist on
your users' computers in the same locations as on your computer.
 
Cheryl Fischer said:
Which DLL and OCX are we talking about? We have code work-arounds on some
already, so let us know which ones.
Click to expand...

FWIW I've created the following page:

How do you get rid of troublesome references?
http://www.granite.ab.ca/access/referencetroubles.htm

Tony
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