> ## Creating new data files

> In order to start using AudBase for your organization's purpose, you must first create a new data file.

> Note: Only the person logged in as the administrator can create a new data file.

> To create a new data file
> 1. Double-click the AudBase icon.
>    The Password dialog appears.
> 2. Enter the user name administrator.
> 3. Enter the administrator password for the data file you were last using or, if this is a new installation, the default administrator password.
> 4. While holding down the Alt key (Windows) or Option key (Mac), click Connect to open AudBase.
> 5. On the Open data file dialog, select New... to open the Create a data file dialog.
> 6. Browse to a location where you wish to save the new file.
> 7. In the Name field, type in a unique name for the new data file.
> 8. Click Save.
> Related topics
> Initial passwords for a structure file
> Opening existing data files