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hello all and a big pre-thanks for help.

I am developing a simple message taking app that i would like anyone in the office to access. my intention is to put icons on their desktops which will allow them to open a simple access form (without opening access) where they can type some data. have the database built/stored on a shared drive and all that good stuff, but i just cannot remember how to distribute the form. i did something like this about 10 years ago so i know it's possible. i'm just getting dimmer with age.

access 2003 btw
Mar 30 '07 #1
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Denburt
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Create a database with only that form in it then link the tables needed and make sure you grab any queries. Right click on the form and click create shortcut.

Does that help answer your question?
Mar 30 '07 #2
fullyleaded
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Create a database with only...
i've tried straight shortcuts from the objects window, but it opens access when you open the form. i'd like just a plain form without opening access.
Mar 30 '07 #3
Denburt
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Not that I am aware of... You can make it appear as though it is only a form and not the whole application. In the open event for the form you can remove toolbars menus etc. set the form to maximize and they would never know.
Mar 30 '07 #4

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