How do I open an Access file exclusively?

How do I open an Access file in exclusive mode?

Open the File in Exclusive Mode Navigate to the file, and select it. Click the down-arrow on the Open button to display a list of options. Select Open Exclusive . The database will now open in Exclusive mode.

How do I open an Access file without Access?

Let's look at some ways you can open an mdb file without Access.1Consider Buying Access.2Import It With Excel.3Use An Open Source Alternative To Access.4Use An Online MDB Opening Service.5Use a Third-Party MDB Viewer.6Use a Text Editor.7Convert It With (Someone Else's) Access.8It's All About That (Data) Base.7 Ways To Open An MDB File Without Microsoft Access - Help Desk Geek

What is exclusive mode Access?

Access is designed to accommodate multiple users in the system at the same time but there are some tasks that require you to open the database in exclusive mode. So that nobody other can use it while you are accessing it.