Is it possible to run access in hidden mode 1

[neemi]

Is it possible to run access in hidden mode?

(I don't think it is but thought I'd ask)

writing an application in access and having a timer event running in the background but the db is actually hidden?

Is this possible?

Cheers,
Neemisha

 

[PHV]

Unless access was launched via automation (OLE) you can't change the UserControl nor the Visible properties, but the following is OK:
DoCmd.RunCommand acCmdAppMinimize

Hope This Helps, PH.
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[neemi]

What I want to achieve is have the form visible but the actual db itself minimised. Do you know how I could achieve this?

 

[neemi]

sorry, I sussed it out. I just need to use the command DoCmd.RunCommand acCmdAppMinimize and make my form pop up. thanks.

 

[neemi]

PHV... How would I launch access via automation (OLE)? Do you mean lauch one app from another?

 

[PHV]

Have a look at the CreateObject and/or GetObject functions.

Hope This Helps, PH.
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