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StorkBite  
#1 Posted : Monday, July 31, 2006 10:20:40 PM(UTC)
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How to compact the MetaStock database

The MetaStock database is stored in an Access file named "ST_DATA.mdb". This file can grow to quite a large size… in excess of 2 Gb. However, using the clean-up tool that comes with the System Tester does not affect the file size. In order to effectively reduce the file size, follow these steps:

־ Make a backup copy of the database file for safety: ST_DATA.old

־ Open the original database with MS Access, and select the table "AnalysisEvents"

־ Delete all entries except for one record

־ On the Access Toolbar, select TOOLS | DATABASE UTILITIES | COMPACT & REPAIR

Now, the file size should be about 6 Mb. What an improvement!

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