Technologies Humanware Inc. APBT320 Manuel D’Utilisation

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As described earlier, a KeyBase database consists of two different files, the KeyBase Definition File 
that defines the field names, etc. and the .cdb file that contains the actual data. Normally these files 
both have the same base name, for example Medical History.kbs and Medical History.cdb. 
However, you may occasionally use the same data for more than one KeyBase Definition File. The 
Associated Database Name will enable you to have multiple “views” of the same data for different 
purposes.  

The Associated Database Name prompt is: 

"Associated database name? Currently (name)". 

Select the default name, which is the same name as your KeyBase Definition File. If you are 
creating another view of an existing database, select the .cdb file of that database.  

Note: An associated database must be in the same folder as the KeyBase Definition file with which 
it is associated. 

The Associated Database prompt is the last prompt required to define a database. Once you have 
confirmed or selected it, you are prompted: 

“Confirm Changes?”. Press Y to go to the 

“KeyBase Menu” where you can start adding records to your new database. However, if you have 
made a complete mess of your database and want to start again, press N and the 
“Database to use?” prompt will be displayed. 

Try adding some data to your database once it is defined. You will often find that you need to make 
some changes to the definition. For example, you may need additional fields, have added fields you 
realize you don‟t need, or find the order the fields are presented is inappropriate, and so on. The 
"Review Database Definition" option in the KeyBase Menu has been created for the purpose of 
reviewing and making changes to your Database Definition.