Packing Databases

When records are deleted in Abacus, they are no longer visible to you, but still exist in the database as records marked for removal. When a database is "packed," it is rewritten to permanently remove deleted records and recover disk space. This is similar to deleting files in Windows and then having to empty the Recycle Bin.

RECOMMENDATION: Make a backup of your database before erasing it.

To pack Abacus databases, select File > Utilities > Pack. The Pack Databases window appears. Click Yes.