Convert ACCDE to ACCDR

Understanding accde and accdr file formats

ACCDE is a compiled Microsoft Access database file. It is a locked-down version of an ACCDB file, where all Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) code is compiled and source code is removed. Users cannot modify forms, reports, or modules in an ACCDE file, making it ideal for distributing finished Access applications.

ACCDR is a special file extension for Microsoft Access databases that opens the database in runtime mode. This mode restricts users from accessing design features, providing a more controlled environment for end-users. The ACCDR file is essentially an ACCDB or ACCDE file with the extension changed to .accdr.

How to convert accde to accdr

Converting an ACCDE file to ACCDR is straightforward, as it only involves renaming the file extension. There is no need for specialized conversion software because the file content remains unchanged; only the way Microsoft Access opens the file is affected.

1. Locate your .accde file in Windows Explorer.
2. Right-click the file and select Rename.
3. Change the file extension from .accde to .accdr.
4. Press Enter to confirm the change.
5. Double-click the new .accdr file to open it in Microsoft Access runtime mode.

Best software for accde to accdr conversion

The best and only required software for this conversion is Microsoft Access itself. No third-party converter is necessary, as the process is simply a file extension change. If you need to distribute your database in runtime mode, renaming the file is sufficient.

Key points to remember

• ACCDE and ACCDR files are both used for distributing Access applications securely.
• Changing .accde to .accdr opens the database in runtime mode, limiting user access to design features.
• No data or functionality is lost in the conversion; only the user interface is restricted.