Question : Timer function to automate Access

What is the best way to have Access automatically (at some time interval) read data from an Excel worksheet and then write that data as a record?  Does this require writing a custom macro in VBA? If so, would you please include some example code.

I was able to do this manually by creating an append query, although, it is not possible to access the OnTimer or TimerInterval property for this object.

Answer : Timer function to automate Access

I have managed this in the past by creating a hidden form that opens when the database opens. The form has a timer event, which can be used to fire a VBA macro at whatever timer interval is set. Have used it effectively in the past to read data from a currency feed.

Just be very carefl that you don't leave instances of Excel running and keep create creating new ones or you'll rapidly run of out memory.


Kelvin