.pdf fiiles

[Preston]

I would like to find a way to store my .pdf files, can this be done with access?

 

[DCrake]

When you say "Store" can you be a little bit more elaborate please

 

[irish634]

I (as many others here) wouldn't suggest actually storing the files in Access. Can it be done? Yes. But by storing files in Access, your database will bloat very quickly.

My suggestion would be to "catalog" them in access, storing only the file name and path in the table. Keeping the actual pdf files in a separate folder.

 

[Preston]

Thanks very much, that makes sense. Can the files be kept on a server and accessed from the database?

 

[Rabbie]

Yes. You should be able to access the files on a server. If your DB is used by more than one use concurrently then you should look at splitting your DB into Front End and Back End. Keep the Back End on the server as well.

Just make sure that all users of the DB have access to the folder.

 

[4L3X]

You could always create a hyperlink field in access for opening the PDF's.