>>>I have checked both versions, and neither do I set exclusive on nor do I open the files exclusively.
>>>Also, why does it work in development, but not after compiling it?
>>>Rich
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>>Because the IDE environment is separate froma running EXE. Don't assume that your .EXE is using the same SETtings for things that you use within the VFP development environment.
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>For example....Is there a CONFIG.FPW file in either environment and are they the same?

Good example. Also, the IDE may use registry settings to store some values, and the .EXE would not.