Access 2013: Customizing Form Settings

TL;DR

Access allows detailed form customization using the Property Sheet in Layout view, including hiding fields and setting default values.

Transcript

When you're creating a form, Access allows you to make some very detailed changes using the Property Sheet. To open the Property Sheet, first make sure that you're in Layout view, and then in the Design tab, select the Property Sheet command. There are several different tabs that you can choose from. And in each row, you'll see the property name on... Read More

Key Insights

• 🫵 Access provides detailed form customization options through the Property Sheet in Layout view.
• 📑 The Property Sheet consists of different tabs for different customization categories.
• 🫵 Changes made to form properties in the Property Sheet can be tested in Form view.
• 🫥 Hiding fields in an Access form can be done using the "Visible" property in the Property Sheet.
• 😫 Setting default values for fields in an Access form can be achieved through the "Default Value" property and the Expression Builder.
• 😑 The Expression Builder in Access enables the creation of custom expressions for default values.
• 💁 Understanding the Property Sheet and its properties is crucial to effectively customizing Access forms.

Questions & Answers

Q: How can I access the Property Sheet in Access?

To access the Property Sheet in Access, ensure you are in Layout view and go to the Design tab, selecting the Property Sheet command.

Q: How can I hide a field in an Access form?

To hide a field in an Access form, select the field, go to the Property Sheet's Format tab, find the "Visible" property, and change it to "No" using the drop-down menu.

Q: How can I set a default value for a field in an Access form?

To set a default value for a field in an Access form, select the field, go to the Property Sheet's Data tab, find the "Default Value" property, click the button to open the Expression Builder, choose the common expression "Current Date" or "Current Date and Time," and click OK.

Q: How can I test the changes made to an Access form?

To test the changes made to an Access form, switch to Form view and create a new order or interact with the form. The changes, such as hiding a field or setting a default value, will be visible and functional.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Access in Layout view provides the Property Sheet, enabling users to make detailed changes to form design.

• Property Sheet includes various tabs with property names and values for customization.

• Changes can be made by typing in new values or using buttons, with descriptions available for each property.