Access Training

Users love us
4.9 stars out of 5 on G2

4.9 out of 5 on G2

Try this course with a Free Trial

Access Training
Access Training Outline

Verified Learning

Skill Pre-assess Lesson Post-assess Learning mode
Access Fundamentals
Understand the Screen

Explore the Access interface and learn how to customize or hide the ribbon

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Open and Save a Database

Learn simple ways to start and access your database files in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Work with Database Objects

Understand how tables, queries, and relationships work together in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Tour of Tables

Understand how to store, organize, and manage information effectively in Access tables

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Tour of Queries

Learn how to create, run, and modify queries to find data in Microsoft Access

Account Req Viewed Account Req
Tour of Forms

Create and customize forms to enter, view, and manage data in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Tour of Reports

Learn how to design and generate professional reports to analyze data in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Help

Get step-by-step guidance for using tables, queries, forms, and reports in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Close and Exit Access

Learn safe ways to close your Access database and exit the program correctly

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Skill Pre-assess Lesson Post-assess Learning mode
Work with Databases
Plan a Database

Learn how to design tables and define relationships for an effective Access database

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Create a Database

Step-by-step guide to building tables, fields, and relationships in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Add, Edit, and Delete Records

Easily enter and save new records using forms or datasheets in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Select Data

Use Select Queries to filter, sort, and view specific data in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Cut, Copy, and Paste Data

Move or duplicate records efficiently between tables and forms in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Use Undo and Redo

Quickly reverse edits or restore previous actions to fix mistakes in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Check Spelling

Find and correct spelling errors in tables, forms, and reports in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Use the Zoom Box

View and edit long text fields more clearly using the Zoom dialog box in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Preview and Print

Check page layout, margins, and formatting before printing reports in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Skill Pre-assess Lesson Post-assess Learning mode
Work with Data
Find and Replace Data

Quickly search and update records using the Find and Replace tool in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Sort Records

Arrange and organize records alphabetically or numerically in Access tables

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Use Common Filters

Use common filters to display only the records you need in Access forms

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Filter by Selection

Quickly narrow search results by using the Filter by Selection tool in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Filter by Form

Create custom filters to search and view specific records using Filter by Form in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Create an Advanced Filter

Apply advanced filters with comparison and logical operators in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Adjust Rows and Columns

Adjust column width automatically to display all data clearly in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Change Gridlines and Cell Effects

Customize table appearance by changing gridlines, cell borders, and shading in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Freeze a Column

Keep important fields visible while scrolling through large tables in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Hide a Column

Simplify your view by hiding unnecessary fields and columns in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Skill Pre-assess Lesson Post-assess Learning mode
Tables
Create a Table

Build and organize your data effectively using tables in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Understand Field Types and Properties

Learn how data types and field properties define how information is stored in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Index a Field

Improve database performance and search speed by creating indexes in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Add a Primary Key and Auto-Increment Fields

Assign unique identifiers and automate record numbering in Microsoft Access tables

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Insert, Reorder, and Delete Fields

Easily add, move, or remove fields to organize your data in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Add Field Descriptions and Captions

Add helpful field descriptions to make your Access tables easier to understand

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Change the Field Size

Adjust field size to control how much data can be stored in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Format Number, Currency, and Date/Time Fields

Control how numeric, currency, and date values are displayed in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Format Text Fields

Customize text and data appearance by applying field formatting in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Set a Default Value

Automatically fill fields with preset values to save time in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Require Data Entry

Ensure data accuracy by making specific fields required in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Validate Data

Prevent input errors and maintain accuracy with data validation rules in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Create an Input Mask

Control how users enter data by setting up input masks in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Create a Lookup Field

Simplify data entry by creating lookup fields to select values in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Create a Value List

Create predefined value lists to standardize data entry in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Modify a Lookup List

Edit or update lookup lists to keep your Access data consistent and accurate

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Add Total Rows

Calculate sums, averages, and other totals directly in Access tables

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Skill Pre-assess Lesson Post-assess Learning mode
Create Relational Databases
Table Relationships and Relationship Types

Understand one-to-one and one-to-many relationships to organize data in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Create Relationships Between Tables

Link related tables to manage and organize data efficiently in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Enforce Referential Integrity

Maintain accurate and consistent data by enforcing relationships between tables in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Print and Delete Relationships

Manage and organize your database by printing or removing table relationships in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Skill Pre-assess Lesson Post-assess Learning mode
Work with Queries
Create a Query

Retrieve and analyze specific data from your tables by building queries in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Hide, Remove, and Sort Fields

Customize your table layout by hiding, deleting, or sorting fields in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Use AND and OR Operators in a Query

Filter query results accurately by combining multiple conditions with AND and OR in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Create a Multiple Table Query

Combine data from several tables to analyze related information in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Create a Calculated Field

Add formulas to queries or tables by creating calculated fields in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Work with Expressions and the Expression Builder

Simplify formulas and automate calculations using the Expression Builder in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Format Fields within Queries

Improve data presentation by customizing field formats directly within Access queries

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Use an IIF Function

Use the IIF function to apply conditional logic in queries and forms in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Summarize Groups of Records

Group and summarize records to calculate totals and averages in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Display Top or Bottom Values

Filter query results to show the highest or lowest values in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Parameter Queries

Create interactive parameter queries to search and filter data dynamically in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Find Duplicate Records

Identify and remove duplicate entries to clean and organize your Access database

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Find Unmatched Records

Locate missing or unmatched records between related tables in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Crosstab Queries

Summarize and compare data across rows and columns using crosstab queries in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Delete Queries

Safely remove unwanted records from your database using delete queries in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Append Queries

Add records from one table to another efficiently using append queries in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Make-Table Queries

Create new tables automatically from query results in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Update Queries

Edit or modify multiple records at once using update queries in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Skill Pre-assess Lesson Post-assess Learning mode
Work with Forms
Create a Form with the Form Wizard

Quickly build professional forms with the step-by-step Form Wizard in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Create and Use a Form

Simplify data entry and viewing by designing custom forms in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Modify a Form in Layout View

Easily adjust form design and layout using Access layout view tools

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Form Design View Basics

Customize and arrange form elements using design view tools in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Change the Tab Order

Improve form navigation by changing the tab order of fields in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Work with Control Properties

Adjust control properties to modify appearance and behavior in Microsoft Access forms

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Work with Form Properties

Refine form settings to control layout, formatting, and functionality in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Change a Controls Data Source

Link controls to data fields or queries by changing the control source in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Create a Calculated Control

Display automatic results by adding calculated controls to Access forms

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Change a Controls Default Value

Simplify data entry by setting default control values in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Create a Subform

Display related data by adding subforms within main forms in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Work with and Modify Subforms

Edit, manage, and update subforms to display linked data efficiently in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Create and Modify a Navigation Form

Create user-friendly navigation forms to organize and access database objects

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Skill Pre-assess Lesson Post-assess Learning mode
Work with Reports
Create a Report

Generate detailed reports to organize and present your data in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Use the Report Wizard

Build professional reports automatically with the easy-to-use Report Wizard in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Use the Label Wizard

Design and print custom mailing labels quickly using the Label Wizard in Access”

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Work in Layout View

Edit and adjust form or report designs instantly using layout view in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Format Fonts

Enhance readability and design by formatting fonts in your Access forms and reports

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Copy Formatting

Quickly duplicate styles and layouts between forms and reports in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Change Text Alignment

Adjust text alignment to enhance readability and layout in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Insert a Logo and Background Image

Customize your Access forms and reports by adding professional logos and background images

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Adjust Page Margin and Orientation

Change margins and page orientation settings to improve Access report printing

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Add Page Numbers and Dates

Include page numbers and date stamps in reports for a professional Access layout

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Group and Sort

Organize and analyze your data efficiently by grouping and sorting records in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Summarize Data using Totals

Calculate sums, averages, and counts to analyze data with totals in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Understand Report Sections

Understand and manage report sections to control data layout in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Skill Pre-assess Lesson Post-assess Learning mode
Advanced Topics
Use Conditional Formatting

Highlight important data with conditional formatting rules in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Work with Number Formatting

Customize numeric displays with number formatting options in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Use Themes

Apply consistent colors and styles across forms and reports with Access themes

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Import Information

Transfer tables and queries from Microsoft Access to Excel for easier data analysis

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Export Information

Export tables, queries, and reports from Access to Excel for easy data analysis

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Link External Information

Connect external data sources to your Access database for real-time updates and analysis

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Mail Merge Records to Word

Create personalized letters and reports by merging Access data with Word documents

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Use Hyperlink Fields

Add clickable hyperlinks to connect your Access database with web pages or files

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Database Object Dependencies

Track how tables, queries, and reports are connected within your Access database

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Compact and Repair a Database

Improve performance and fix database errors using Compact and Repair in Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Convert an Access Database

Upgrade or change database formats to ensure compatibility in Microsoft Access

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Back Up and Restore a Database

Protect your data by learning how to back up and restore Access databases safely

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Password Protect a Database

Secure your data by setting up password protection in Microsoft Access databases

Account Req Not Started Account Req
Split a Database

Improve performance and collaboration by splitting your Access database into front and back ends

Account Req Not Started Account Req