>>How do I close the database in order to "Use databasename.DBC Exclusive"? When I "use..." I get "file is in use", and I can't find a way to close the database.
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>Is the project that has the database open in VFP when you get that error? If so, close it. I think you can also just select the database in the Project Manager and click "Close", although I usually just close the project itself, just to be sure.
Thanks, I never noticed that "close" button for databases. That solved my problem. FYI, you don't need to close the project itself.
Bill Morris