How to Compact MS Access Database
- George Apostolov
- 05 Sep 2025
Guide
Ensure the database you want to compact is closed. From the 'File' menu, select 'Options'.
In the 'Access Options' dialog, click on 'Current Database' in the left pane.
Scroll down to the 'Compact on Close' setting and click on it.
Click 'OK'.
Click 'OK' to confirm the action.
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