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Figure 185: Update options and Delete options section
Creating a database form
Databases are used to store data. But, how is the data put into the database? Forms are used to
do this. In the language of databases, a form is a front end for data entry and editing.
Figure 186: Fields of a simple form Figure 187: Simple form with additions
A simple form consists of the fields from a table (Figure 186). More complex forms can contain
much more, including additional text, graphics, selection boxes, and many other elements. Figure
187 is made from the same table with a text label (Fuel Purchases), a list box placed in
PaymentType, and a graphic background.
Using the Wizard to create a form
We will use the Form Wizard to create a Vacations form, which will contain a form and a subform.
In the main database window (Figure 175), click the Forms icon in the left column. In the Tasks list,
double-click Use Wizard to Create Form to open the Form Wizard (Figure 188). Simple forms
require only some of these steps, while more complex forms may use all of them.
Step 1: Select fields.
1) Under Tables or queries, select Table: Vacations. Available fields lists the fields for the
Vacations table.
2) Click the right double arrow to move all of these fields to the Fields in the form list. Click
Next.
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