Data Entry Form only thing visible

[John Michl]

I inherited an Access file from someone no longer with our firm. When you
load the file, it immediately shows a data entry form to which you can add a
few date ranges and then click various buttons to automatically run various
reports. No other windows are viewable (ie queries, tables, databases,
forms, etc.) and I have no option to get into design mode of the form. The
menu available is all data entry related. I need to determine what reports
the buttons are running so I can go and change a report or two. How can I
do this?

Thanks - John

 

[Van T. Dinh]

Depend on what the other person set up but the easiest way is to hold the
Shift Key down while you open the database. This should bypass the Start-up
options and present you with the Database Containers window and the standard
MenuBar.

If you don't get the Database Containers window + standard MenuBar, it is
possible that the other person has disabled the Bypass Key (Shift Key). It
still can be overcome, just more complex, though.

 

[John Michl]

That did the trick! Thanks for the super quick response.
- John