.MAM File Extension
Microsoft Access Macro Shortcut
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What is a MAM file?
A MAM file is a shortcut that links to a macro for Microsoft Access, a database management system. It is a plain text file containing the shortcut's properties, such as the database it is connected to, the object type, the shortcut version, and the creation time. Access users can double-click MAM files to run macros, or they can open and edit them with a text editor.
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Access macros allow you to automate tasks within the software that are repetitive and monotonous. They are especially helpful if you work with large databases and need to perform frequent operations without having to manually execute each step.
For example, you can create a macro to automate tasks like generating reports or updating records based on specific conditions. Other examples of macro tasks include opening forms and exporting data within Access.
How to open a MAM file
You can run the macro linked in the MAM file with Microsoft Access in Windows.
You can also open and edit MAM files with any text editor, such as Microsoft Notepad (Windows), Apple TextEdit (macOS), and gedit (Linux). Remember that incorrectly modifying the MAM file may break the shortcut.
Warning
MAM files may also be part of phishing scams. To protect against malicious MAM attacks, never open a MAM file unless you can verify its legitimacy and source.