Access 2003 access issue

[smtss]

I have a database created in access 2003 and I need to get into the design stage to change and add items.

When I open the database there is no options to edit or anything.

Is there anything I can do to gain access.

Thanks in advance

 

[fneily]

Did you try holding down the Shift key WHILE you open the database?

 

[smtss]

Yes, but still get no menu options!

 

[fdcusa]

Is it .MDE? If so, it's compiled -- no can do...

If an .MDB, try create a new .MDB file and with the new file open, import from the .MDB you cannot access.

 

[smtss]

yes that has worked thanx