- Latest Version:Microsoft Access LATEST
- Requirements:Mac OS X 10.9 or later
- Author / Product:Microsoft Corporation / Microsoft Access for Mac
- Old Versions:
- Filename:MicrosoftAccess.dmg
- Details:Microsoft Access for Mac 2020 full offline installer setup for Mac
Jan 29, 2013 5 Ways to Access Access on a Mac. Nice post.above app works similar but it is not a complete alternative for Microsoft Access. The best way is by installing the windows and running actually Microsoft access, even there are two more option using the Virtual Machine and AppOnFly app. If you are looking for Microsoft Access alternatives, you have to compare the DBMS with other desktop database management systems. One of the most widely used alternative programs is FileMaker, which operates on Windows, macOS and even iOS. However, FileMaker is paid software and, therefore, not a free Microsoft Access alternative.
Microsoft Access for Mac helps you track, report and share information using database solutions. Access provides a powerful set of tools that are sophisticated enough for professional developers, yet easy to learn for new users. Create or use powerful database solutions that make organizing, accessing, and sharing information easier than ever. Download latest Microsoft Access for macOS today!
Create and share apps without being a developer! Customize apps to grow with your business! Integrate with multiple data sources! Microsoft Access for macOS 2016 is the latest version of Access. Previous versions include Access 2013, Access 2010, Access 2007, and Access 2003. Access 2016 is compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 7. Access Services is required, sold separately as part of select Office 365, SharePoint Online, and SharePoint Server 2013 offers.
Features and Highlights
Go beyond desktop databases
Access is much more than a way to create desktop databases. It’s an easy-to-use tool for creating applications that help you run your business. Access data can be stored in a variety of cloud databases, so it’s more secure than ever, and you can share your Access applications with colleagues.
Start fast with database templates
Quickly get started by creating a custom app or get inspired by a collection of new, professionally-designed app templates. Create templates from your apps to reuse or share with others.
Create easily customizable applications
Create apps that are tailored to the way you and your customers do business. Quickly and easily make changes to your apps to meet evolving organizational needs.
Build user-friendly forms with VBA automation
Use the richness of Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) to automate business processes and elevate the design and usability of forms and reports.
Integrate data between Access and line-of-business apps
The connector library in Access offers many ways to integrate data from apps and data sources that drive your business. Integrated scenarios across modern data sources generate aggregated visuals and insights in the familiar Access interface.
Store data in SQL
Store your data in SQL Server and Microsoft Azure SQL to enhance reliability, scalability, robust security, and long-term manageability. Access applications leverage standard SQL syntax and a true mission-critical back end, whether deployed on-premises or in the cloud.
Note: 5 days trial version.
Also Available: Download Microsoft Access for Windows
Create and share apps without being a developer! Customize apps to grow with your business! Integrate with multiple data sources! Microsoft Access for macOS 2016 is the latest version of Access. Previous versions include Access 2013, Access 2010, Access 2007, and Access 2003. Access 2016 is compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 7. Access Services is required, sold separately as part of select Office 365, SharePoint Online, and SharePoint Server 2013 offers.
Features and Highlights
Go beyond desktop databases
Access is much more than a way to create desktop databases. It’s an easy-to-use tool for creating applications that help you run your business. Access data can be stored in a variety of cloud databases, so it’s more secure than ever, and you can share your Access applications with colleagues.
Start fast with database templates
Quickly get started by creating a custom app or get inspired by a collection of new, professionally-designed app templates. Create templates from your apps to reuse or share with others.
Create easily customizable applications
Create apps that are tailored to the way you and your customers do business. Quickly and easily make changes to your apps to meet evolving organizational needs.
Build user-friendly forms with VBA automation
Use the richness of Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) to automate business processes and elevate the design and usability of forms and reports.
Integrate data between Access and line-of-business apps
The connector library in Access offers many ways to integrate data from apps and data sources that drive your business. Integrated scenarios across modern data sources generate aggregated visuals and insights in the familiar Access interface.
Store data in SQL
Store your data in SQL Server and Microsoft Azure SQL to enhance reliability, scalability, robust security, and long-term manageability. Access applications leverage standard SQL syntax and a true mission-critical back end, whether deployed on-premises or in the cloud.
Note: 5 days trial version.
Also Available: Download Microsoft Access for Windows
File Maker Pro
FileMaker is probably the best known database application for the Mac. It has a feature set comparable to Microsoft Access, but with a strong focus on forms (layouts) as the primary way of accessing databases. Similar to Access, FileMaker stores your database logic and all the data in a single file. It also has some support for scripting, and offers options for publishing databases on the web.
However, it's also necessary to note that FileMaker is very different from Access. There is a strict distinction between application logic and the underlying tables in Access. In FileMaker, logic and data are more closely linked. The underlying tables are more or less hidden from the user, and not as easily accessible via SQL as in Access.
Bento
Bento was the entry level database application from the makers of Filemaker. Unfortunately it has been discontinued in July 2013 and is no longer available for purchase.
Open Office / Libre Office
Open Office and Libre office include a database application that tries to mimic Microsoft Access. It is difficult to use and misses many important features, such as simple import/export tools.
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SQLite (using Base)
SQLite is not a full database application like Access. There are no forms or reports in SQLite, there's only your data and a simple, fast SQL engine. SQLite is used by many applications under the hood as an internal format and therefore most interesting to application developers.
A command line utility for SQLite 3 is included with every Mac, aptly named sqlite3. Most people will however prefer working with a graphical application like the excellent Base from Menial (available on the Mac App Store). Base offers a simple interface for viewing tables (with support for images) and creating custom SQL queries.
Apple Numbers and Microsoft Excel
Numbers and Excel are spreadsheet applications and thus not a replacement for Microsoft Access. However, they have good support for working with tables. If your database consists of only few tables and no forms, these apps might just do the trick. You can at least sort and filter your tables.
Converting Access Databases to Apple Numbers with MDB Viewer
Converting Access Databases to Microsoft Excel with MDB Viewer
Converting Access Databases to Microsoft Excel with MDB Viewer
Mac Alternatives For Microsoft Access Download
Microsoft Access in Parallels / VMWare
Mac Alternatives For Microsoft Access Account
If none of the above are suitable, you can always ressort to actually running Microsoft Access on your Mac using virtualisation software like Parallels Desktop or VMWare Fusion.