MSWorks 8/8.5 relating to (V)is(B)asic_ for_(A)pplications?.?

Question

I'm interested in creating software and parts of software that will run within databases, and spreadsheets like a wizard, or for customized templates for them, and I prefer to use older systems like P3 or early P4s that I actually find for free and revitalize for friends.

   I already know that MSWorks has a database, spreadsheet, and (a rimmed-down) MSWord programs (The Non-Suite version 8/8.5 upgraded).

   My question is - exactly how scaled down is MSWorks from MSOffice, and does it mean that most, none or only particular software written with VBA will not work with Works?.

   If possible, please include which portions , modules, or DLLibraries are there/missing that will affect the functionalities of code under Works 8.5, and whether there's an add-on module (A VirtulaPC for VBA?) that will allow some to be used.


               Thanks, and Good luck!.

greglovern · Accepted Answer

Hi Just Wondering0001,

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but Microsoft Works has absolutely no compatibility with VBA. That's true of all versions of Works. You can open Office files that have VBA, but the VBA code won't run. You also won't be able to even look at VBA code from within Works.

The same is also true of the older, pre-VBA macro languages of Office applications -- Excel's XLM, Word Basic, and Access Basic.


Good luck,

Greg

MSWorks 8/8.5 relating to (V)is(B)asic_ for_(A)pplications?.?

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