Databases using different versions of Access

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Hi,

I use 5 different databases. 3 or the 5 are only available in Access 97.
The other 2 use Access 2000. I have both versions installed on my computer.
The problem I keep running into is trying to open a 97 based database in 2000
or a 2000 in database in 97.

I know there are programs available that will allow you to open the correct
version, but I was hoping that there is a semi simple way to build this
myself. Any help would be appreciated.

Linda
 
You can create shortcuts to point to each of the 5 databases. Make sure that
the shortcut includes the full path to which executable you need to use.
 
Boz said:
I know there are programs available that will allow you to open the correct
version, but I was hoping that there is a semi simple way to build this
myself. Any help would be appreciated.
Click to expand...

To add to Doug's reply here is the contents if the Target field in one
of my shortcuts.

"C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office 2000\Office\MSACCESS.EXE" "Q:\1
access\NewsgroupAnswers.mdb"

This forces Access 2000 to open the NewsgroupAnswers MDB.

Tony
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