# How to Add Field Validation Message MS Access

> To add a field validation message in MS Access, open the table in Design View, select the target field, and enter a validation rule in the Field Properties pane. Next, type your message in the Validation Text property and save the changes.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-add-field-validation-message-ms-access/
Updated: 2026-10-05
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## Steps

1. Right-click the table in the navigation pane and select 'Design View'.
2. Click on the field where you want to add a validation message.
3. In the 'Field Properties' pane, locate the 'Validation Rule' property.
4. Enter a validation rule and click 'OK'.
5. In the 'Validation Text' property, type a message to display when the rule is violated.
6. Save the changes by clicking the save icon.