.MAW File Extension

Access Data Access Page

Developer	Microsoft
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Category	Database Files
Format	.MAW
Cross Platform	Update Soon

What is an MAW file?

.MAW files are essentially web pages generated by Microsoft Access to allow users to interact with data stored in Access databases through a web browser interface.

More Information.

These files were introduced to provide a convenient way to share and interact with Access data over the web without requiring users to have Microsoft Access installed on their systems.

Origin Of This File.

The .MAW file format originates from Microsoft Access, a database management system (DBMS) part of the Microsoft Office suite.

File Structure Technical Specification.

.MAW files contain HTML, CSS, and JavaScript code along with embedded references to data stored in Access databases. They are structured to display data in a web format, allowing users to view, query, and manipulate data using a web browser.

How to Convert the File?

Windows:

Open the .MAW file in Microsoft Access.
Navigate to the “External Data” tab.
Choose the desired export format such as Excel, CSV, or SQL.
Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the export process.

Linux:

Install Microsoft Access using Wine or a similar compatibility layer if available.
Open the .MAW file in Microsoft Access.
Follow the same steps as in Windows to export the data to the desired format.

macOS:

Run Microsoft Access via virtualization software like Parallels Desktop or VMware Fusion.
Open the .MAW file in Microsoft Access.
Export the data to the desired format following the steps outlined for Windows.

Android:

Transfer the .MAW file to a Windows PC or virtualized environment.
Open the file in Microsoft Access.
Export the data to the desired format.
Transfer the converted file back to your Android device.

iOS:

Transfer the .MAW file to a Windows PC or virtualized environment.
Open the file in Microsoft Access.
Export the data to the desired format.
Transfer the converted file back to your iOS device.

Other Platforms:

Utilize cross-platform tools or virtualization to run Microsoft Access.
Open the .MAW file and export the data as needed.

Advantages And Disadvantages.

Advantages:
- Provides a platform-independent way to access and interact with Access data.
- Allows for easy sharing and collaboration over the web.
Disadvantages:
- Limited customization options compared to traditional web development.
- Dependency on Microsoft Access for creating and modifying .MAW files.