7.08 Backing up a Microsoft Access database

Basically, the backup utility simply makes a COPY of the selected database and stores it in the Backups folder.

Setting up automatic database backups

 

 

The backup routine runs when the application is closed. Any OPEN databases will be backed up based on their Auto Backup settings.

To manually backup your database

 

Safeguarding your backups

The folder to which backups are made may be changed by selecting TOOLS , Options, and then Folders. On Center Software recommends storing all backups on a drive OTHER than the local hard drive if possible to prevent accidentally use of a backup for performing work.

 

 

Click the lookup button (magnifying glass) to browse to an alternate location where you want to store your backups.

 

Database Maintenance - Compact and Repair