Microsoft® Access 2003 Forms, Reports and Queries

Chapter 11. Creating Specialized Forms

IN THIS CHAPTER

• Creating a Multiple-Table Form

• Working with Form Command Buttons

• Case Study

• Creating a Form Pop-Up Box or Dialog Box

• Using a Custom Form with a Parameter Query

• Creating a Startup Form

• Creating a PivotChart Form

Most of the forms you'll build and use will have data entry as their main purpose. However, Access forms are versatile enough to take you well beyond straightforward data input. For example, in Chapter 8, “Working with Form Controls,” I showed you a form designed to be used as a mortgage calculator, meaning it had no data-entry duties at all.

You'll see some similar forms in this chapter, including forms that enable you to display startup splash screens, dialog boxes, and “switchboard” forms ...