ACC: How to Import FoxBase for Macintosh Files (109331)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Access 1.0
  • Microsoft Access 1.1
  • Microsoft Access 2.0
  • Microsoft Access for Windows 95 7.0
  • Microsoft Access 97
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SUMMARY

FoxBase for Macintosh files can be imported or linked (attached) in Microsoft Access by specifying a dBASE III Data Source file type.

MORE INFORMATION

Although you can import or link FoxBase for Macintosh files in Microsoft Access by specifying a dBASE III Data Source file type, make sure to note the following restrictions:
  • You cannot import FoxBase for Macintosh files that contain fields with a PICT data type. The PICT data type is similar to the Microsoft Access OLE data type. If you import a file that contains a field with a PICT data type, you will receive the following error message:

    External table isn't in the expected format.

  • You can import FoxBase for Macintosh files that contain Memo fields only if the associated .DBT file is present. The .DBT file must be located in the same directory as the FoxBase (.DBF) file. The .DBT file will be incorporated into the Microsoft Access table and is not needed by Microsoft Access after the import process is complete.
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Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:5/6/2003
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