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The compact and repair tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about using the Compact and Repair utility in Microsoft Access databases. Users report issues such as the 'Unrecognized Database Format' error (Error 3343) and data loss after running the tool. The tag focuses on troubleshooting database corruption problems, particularly in MS Access 2013 on Windows 10 systems. Topics include steps to repair Access databases, risks of data disappearance, and best practices for maintaining database integrity. The tag is relevant for IT professionals and office workers managing Access databases who encounter corruption errors and need guidance on recovery options.
  1. jasminegraham

    Windows 10 We work in MS Access 2013 database during some months

    Our office department uses it every day. Only some days ago, we got a problem. Database at opening showed us...Unrecognized Database Format 'General.mdb' (Error 3343). We applied Compact&Repair function to Repair Access database, it opened but part of data disappeared. Now we scare to do...
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