I downloaded Base to add to my installation of LibreOffice. I started a database., but when I tried to get the IDE working, I found all the options are grayed out, What do I need to do t start it working?
Have you tried following a guide in wiki or somewhere? Google for libreoffice base how to
When you open Base, normally starts the wizard. Doesn’t it work?
What is your operative system?
What is your LO version?
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