How to compress an MS Access database

Question

I have an .mdb file which is 70MB.

After deleting all records contained in the file, the size remains 70MB.

How do I make my .mdb f

Answer 1

Open the mdb and do a 'Compact and Repair'. This will reduce the size of the mdb.

You can also set the 'Compact on Close' option to on (off by default).

Here is a link to some additional information: http://www.trcb.com/computers-and-technology/data-recovery/ways-to-compact-and-repair-an-access-database-27384.htm