Tips to open ACCDB file

Can't open the ACCDB file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open ACCDB files as well as a list of programs that support ACCDB files.

ACCDB file extension

File Name Access 2007 Database Format
File Developer Microsoft
File Category Database Files

The ACCDB file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the ACCDB files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the ACCDB file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 6
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is ACCDB file?

The file with the extension ACCDB is the Database Files file type. The creator of this file is Microsoft. Additionally, the Database Files category contains 403 of other files. Access 2007 Database Format is most often found on 2 operating systems. The file will work on Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. This file type can also be opened by 6 other programs. Microsoft Access, MDB Viewer Plus, Microsoft Excel, Full Convert Enterprise will apply when it is not possible to use MDB Viewer.

How to open ACCDB file?

The main problem with Access 2007 Database Format is that the ACCDB file is incorrectly associated with programs. This causes the file ACCDB to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the ACCDB file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.

Step 1. Install MDB Viewer

The first step is to check if the computer has the MDB Viewer program installed. This can be achieved by typing MDB Viewer into the operating system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open ACCDB files.

Step 2. Create association of MDB Viewer with ACCDB files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the ACCDB file still does not use the MDB Viewer program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. It may happen that in the next window there will be no appropriate program - however, this can be corrected with the "Browse" option where you should manually indicate the program location. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the MDB Viewer application as the default for handling the ACCDB file.

Step 3. Update MDB Viewer to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the MDB Viewer program, it is possible that Access 2007 Database Format requires a newer version of the program.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the ACCDB file

If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. The most common file problems are:

The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the ACCDB file. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the ACCDB file that we want to open. However, remember that not every infected ACCDB file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the ACCDB files changes over time. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged ACCDB files.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted ACCDB files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. If possible, you can try to move the ACCDB file to another location.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Just close unnecessary programs. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If this does not work either, restart the device.