ACC97: How to Import or Link a Lotus Approach Database in Microsoft Access (302792)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Access 97
This article was previously published under Q302792
Novice: Requires knowledge of the user interface on single-user computers.

SUMMARY

This article explains how to import or link Lotus Approach (.apr) files in a Microsoft Access database.

MORE INFORMATION

To import or link a Lotus Approach (.apr) file, follow these steps:
  1. Export the data from Lotus Approach into a format that is compatible with Microsoft Access 97.
  2. Do one of the following:
    • To import data, on the File menu, point to Get External Data, and then click Import.
    • To link tables, on the File menu, point to Get External Data, and then click Link Tables.
  3. In the Files of Type box, click the file format that you used to export the Lotus Approach data.
  4. Browse to the drive and folder where the exported file is located, double-click the file, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
For additional information about compatible Open Database Connectivity (ODBC) drivers, click the article number below to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:

208689 ACC2000: List of ODBC Drivers Installed by Access, Office, and MDAC

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Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:9/27/2003
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