K.3. Access Managers
In addition to builders and wizards, Access has three very powerful managers. We don't know what we would do without the Linked Table Manager to quickly link or re-link to data files. Granted, we could create our own tools or use add-ins to provide these functions, but for the most part, these do an incredible job. I admit that I often create my own main menu, but there are still plenty of instances in which a switchboard is ideal.
These managers are consistent, they work, and they are quick and easy to use.
| Manager | Description | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Add-In Manager* | In addition to installing and uninstalling wizards, builders, and add-ins, the Add-In Manger helps to create wizards and install your own add-in | Tools | Add-Ins |
| Linked Table Manager* | Allows linking and changing links to tables in external databases as well as through some ODBC connections, such as with Excel. | Tools | Database Utilities |
| Switchboard Manager | Creates and manages switchboard forms for applications | Tools | Database Utilities |
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