i got a front end and i plan to upgrade it often. when i set the starup to no full menus...etc. i can't undo the starup options. is there a way to get back the full menus or is there a way that anyone reccommend? i always make a copy of the frontend but it seems like alot of hassle. well, if anyone has experience in frontends....please help me out....or give me some tips...

When you open the .MDB file keep the shift key pressed. You will be put into design/database window view for the database rather than startup the application as you wanted the user to see it.

Hope this helps

thanks.......but hey ...this doesn't sound so secure anymore. i probally change their share permissions. well thanks..

Most users dont know how to use the shift key to unhide your database to edit. If your not too sure on this right click on your file and check the "hidden box" and the user wont be able to see your files. Hope that helps