Macros are a series of instructions or actions that are programmed to be performed by hitting one key or executing one command. Creating macros in Microsoft Access can help simplify tasks that would otherwise take you several steps to carry out. This video will explain how to create macros, how to convert written macros into other programming languages, and how to tweak macro settings to achieve the exact outcome you're looking for.
Macro objects allow you to create a series of actions that you would like to automate.…When a macro is triggered, Access runs through the steps and performs a task for you.…In our Navigation pane on the left, I am going to scroll down to the very bottom.…I have got a macro that I set up called Good Morning.…This Good Morning macro will open up all the forms and reports that I want to…see as soon as I start my day.…I'll double-click on it to run it.…And you will see that I get the Employee Phone List, the Training Department…Employees form and the Products Sold by Department report, all right up on my…screen without having to find them over here in the Navigation pane.…
Let's go ahead and close these three objects.…There are lots of uses for macros in your Access database.…To get started, let's recreate this Good Morning macro.…First, I am going to delete the one that I have already.…I'll right-click on it and say Delete.…We'll go ahead and say Yes to confirm that I do want to delete that object.…
Author
Adam Wilbert
Released
2/8/2013- Understanding table structures and relationships
- Setting primary and foreign keys
- Establishing relationships and maintaining referential integrity
- Sorting and filtering data
- Building queries with constraints and criteria
- Editing table data with queries
- Generating forms from tables
- Adding form controls
- Creating reports with totals and labels
- Embedding macros in buttons
- Repairing your database
- Protecting databases with passwords
Skill Level Beginner
Duration
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Introduction
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Welcome1m 5s
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1. Getting Started
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Key database concepts4m 21s
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Creating the database file3m 25s
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Digging in to Ribbon tabs3m 39s
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Using the Navigation pane3m 36s
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Taking backups47s
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Accessing help1m 8s
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2. Creating Tables
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Importing tables4m 57s
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3. Setting Field Properties
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Setting the default value2m 15s
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Creating lookup fields4m 29s
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4. Organizing Records
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Formatting columns2m 52s
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Sorting table data3m 18s
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Filtering table data2m 21s
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5. Using Queries
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Understanding queries2m 2s
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Building expressions5m 23s
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6. Working with Specialty Queries
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Using update queries3m 21s
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Using make table queries2m 57s
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Using delete queries2m 48s
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Using append queries2m 49s
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7. Creating Forms
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Generating forms from tables3m 10s
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Using the Form Wizard2m 38s
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8. Designing Forms
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Setting data sources5m 39s
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Understanding input boxes3m 31s
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Recording navigation2m 36s
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Adding buttons4m 18s
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Assigning tab order4m 5s
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Creating a navigation form3m 36s
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9. Creating Reports
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Introducing reports2m 15s
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Using the Report Wizard5m 9s
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Creating calculated totals3m 32s
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Creating labels4m 18s
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Adjusting print settings2m 58s
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10. Working with Macros
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Creating macros5m 3s
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11. Integrating Access with the Office Suite
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Emailing with macros4m 4s
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12. Maintaining the Database
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Documenting your work4m 41s
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Creating custom Ribbon tabs3m 35s
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Conclusion
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Next steps1m 6s
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