Database Reference
In-Depth Information
Modifying forms created by using a wizard
When a form is intended as the primary method of entering new records, it usually includes
all the fields from the underlying table. As demonstrated in Chapter 3, “Create simple forms,”
the quickest way to create a form that includes all the fields from one table is to use the
Form tool. Another method, which provides more control over the creation of the form, is
to use a wizard. In either case, you can easily customize the form after it is created.
In Chapter 3, we showed you how to work with forms in Layout view. Because the data
in the underlying table or tables is displayed in this view, you can more easily gauge the
effects of moving and sizing the controls and their labels. You can display the Property
Sheet pane and adjust properties to fine-tune form elements, and you can make most of
the adjustments you are likely to want in the custom form.
When you want more control over the layout of a form, you can work in Design view. In
this view, you can modify the structure of the form on a design grid, but the data from
the underlying table or tables is not visible.
In Design View, Access displays horizontal and vertical rulers and a grid to help you position
controls and labels.
