Working with Database Objects

Every element of a database, be it a table, form, report, or query, is represented in the Access window as an object. This section shows you how to display a category of objects, open an individual object for viewing, and open an object for editing. Future sections go into more detail about what you can do with each type of object.

Display a Class of Objects

  1. If necessary, click the Shutter Bar.

  2. Select the name of the object class to display.

Open an Object

  • Double-click the target object.

View an Object in Design View

  1. Right-click ...

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