
Import a database object from another Access database into your current database Exporting does not offer you these options. In addition to database objects, you can import relationships between tables, plus any import and export specifications, and menu bars and toolbars.

If you want to export multiple objects to another database, it is easier to open the destination database and then perform an import operation from within that database. You can import multiple objects in a single operation, but you cannot export multiple objects in a single operation. The two main differences between importing and exporting objects between Access databases are:


Note that importing an object from a different Access database into the current database differs very little from opening a second database and then exporting the object from the first. To do this, you can create an import specification the first time you import the object, and then use the specification to repeat the operation later. You import database objects when you need to do either of the following tasks:Ĭopy the design and layout of a form, a report or other object from a different Access database into your current database as a quick way to create a new form, report or other object.Ĭopy the latest version of a form, report, or other object from a different Access database into your current database at regular intervals. When you import an object, Access creates a copy of the object in the current database.Īre you wanting to import data and tables into your Access database? See Import or link to data in another Access database for specific information and considerations about importing data and tables. You can import tables, queries, forms, reports, macros, or modules from one Access database into your current database.

Copying and pasting an object is easiest, but importing an object from a different Access database into your current database offers you more options. LessĪccess provides a number of ways to copy an object such as a table or form from one database to another. Access for Microsoft 365 Access 2021 Access 2019 Access 2016 Access 2013 Access 2010 Access 2007 More.
