ACCDE File Documentation

Overview

Feature Value
File Extension .accde
File Type Access Execute Only Database
MIME Type application/msaccess
Developed by Microsoft
Initial Release 2007
Used by Microsoft Access
Purpose Distribute Access applications in a compiled form
Editable No
Contains VBA Code Yes, but locked for editing
Database Features Available but locked for modifications
Forms and Reports Executable, but design cannot be altered
Prevention of Code Modification Intended to protect VBA code
Data Encryption Supports encryption
Compatibility Compatible with Microsoft Access 2007 and later versions
Execution Can run macros and VBA code
Object Creation Cannot create new objects or modify existing ones
Distribution Suitable for end-users without revealing source code
Benefits Reduces risk of modification, ensures consistency across users
Limitations Cannot be reverted back to .accdb