Implementing an MS Access database inside of android application instead of SQLite?

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Is there any way that I can use a Microsoft Access database inside my Android application instead of a SQLite database?

I have a pre-existing Access database with over 50 tables and re-writing this would be a pain. If anyone has any ideas on how I can implement accessing my Access database within my application, please let me know.

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Dennis Sheil · Accepted Answer · 2012-08-26 03:42:45Z

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Yes there is a way. The LGPL Jackcess library. I use it for my app, Panacea Database, which can handle Microsoft Access files on Android.

As the others have said, SQLite is the more Android-centered way of doing things, so you may want to consider going that route as well.

answered Aug 26, 2012 at 3:42

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A.J Over a year ago

Im using Qt to make android application. Is it possible to use Jackcess library for Microsoft database access?

p.campbell · Accepted Answer · 2012-05-05 00:33:39Z

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Don't try to shove Microsoft Access into Android. Go with the past of least resistance and migrate your Access database to a supported DB.

SQLite has conversion tools to help convert your existing Access database to SQLite.

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