Also see point 2 he www.oehelp.com/OETips.aspx#2

There is a patch that addresses the compaction bug.

steve

"Henry Kolesnik" wrote in message
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Bruce
I get the message after about 5 minutes as OE tries to compress my INbox.
The message is a popup titled Outlook Express with The folder is currently
use by OUtlook Express or another application. OK or Cancel.
Hank
"Bruce Hagen" wrote in message
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Does it specify which folder?
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Bruce Hagen
MS MVP - Outlook Express
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"Henry Kolesnik" wrote in message
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I can't compact OE files. I get a message; folder in use by Outlook
Express or other application. I closed all other apps and went offline
as recommended and still have the problem. Is this the correct place
for help? All tips appreciated
tnx
hank