
A control's default value automatically enters a value in a field when a new record is created. You can enter a default value to specify a value that is automatically entered in a field when a new record is created.
- Display the form in Design View or Layout View with the Property Sheet displayed.
- Select the desired control.
- Click the Data tab.
- Click the Control Source box and type the default value you want to appear for new records.
Now when you add a new record to the form, the default value will appear automatically. You can always replace the default value with your own data if desired.
- In Form View, click the New button on the ribbon to verify the default value is entered.
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- In Form View, click the New button on the ribbon to verify the default value is entered.