Application Database
The application database refers to the database or schema design that is developed using this application. A database is the fundamental object of this application. Tables, views, diagrams, etc. are then added to this database.
Create A Database:
On the File menu, click New. In the dialog box that appears, enter the name of the database. Click Ok.
New Database Dialog
A database has been created.
Opening a Database:
A database file saved in a previous application session can be accessed by opening that database file.
On the File menu, click Open. Locate the database file to open, click Ok.
When a a database file is opened, any windows referencing a previously opened database are automatically updated to reference the newly opened database.
Setting Database Properties
Specifying Database Properties
Select the Database node in the left hand tree of Database Explorer. This will display the Database Properties data grid in the lower right corner.
Edit the fields directly and hit save to apply the changes.
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