How to Import PDF into MS Access
- George Apostolov
How to Import PDF into MS Access: step-by-step guide
Open the Access database where you want to attach the PDF.
Open the table in 'Design View'.
Add a new field with the 'Attachment' data type.
Provide a name for the field.
Click on the 'Save' option to save the table.
Open the table in 'Datasheet View'.
Click the 'Attachment' field for the record where you want to add the PDF.
Click the paperclip icon.
In the dialog box, click 'Add' and browse to select the PDF file.
Click 'OK' to save the attachment.
The PDF is now stored in the database as an attachment to the record.
Quick answer: To import a PDF into MS Access, open your database, switch the table to Design View, and add an Attachment data type field. Save the table, open it in Datasheet View, click the attachment field, use the paperclip icon to browse and add the PDF, and click OK to save.
About this tutorial
Store PDF files directly in the app by adding an attachment field in design view and uploading documents to specific records. This guide shows how to import PDF into MS Access in 11 steps, starting with "Open the Access database where you want to attach the PDF" and finishing with "The PDF is now stored in the database as an attachment to the record". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real product interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to import PDF into MS Access?
11 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
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