I have a user that has asked if a Access 2003 file can be saved to be used by Access 97. I know it has not been known to be backwards compatiable but is there a way?

Thanks

thebum1128

You can save to Access 97.

Go to the TOOLS menu.

Move your mouse down to Database Utilities.

Slide your mouse to the right to Convert Database.

You will then see the option TO ACCESS 97 FILE FORMAT

Just click and follow the prompts.

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