How do I fix a corrupted Access file?

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Open the Access application. Select the Database Tools tab. Then click the Compact and Repair Database option on the tab. A Database to Compact From window will then open from which you can select a database file to repair.

Why does Access database get corrupted?

Database corruption can result if you use 3rd party Access plug-ins (including 3rd party ActiveX controls) that have not been designed properly. These plug-ins often run in the same application memory space as MS Access since they are also programs, so a plug-in crash will result in an MS Access crash as well.

How do I repair an Access database without opening it?

Launch the Ms Access application, without opening the database you want to repair. Press Microsoft Office Button. Point towards Manage and select Manage this Database. Click on Compact and Repair Database option.

How do I restore Access files?

How to Recover a Microsoft Access Database After Corruption1Download, install, and run the DEMO version of Recovery Toolbox for Access.2Select a damaged . ... 3Run an analysis of the damaged database.4Review recovered data.5Select a new file name to save the recovered data.6Choose what data you want to save.MS Access Recovery tool for damaged databases

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