How to Create Autoexec Macro MS Access
- George Apostolov
How to Create Autoexec Macro MS Access: step-by-step guide
Go to the 'Create' tab in the ribbon.
Click on 'Macro' in the 'Macros & Code' group.
In the macro design window, choose the actions you want the macro to perform. Use the drop-down in the 'Action' column to select actions like
Configure each action's properties.
Click the save icon to proceed.
Name the macro 'AutoExec', this name is mandatory for it to run automatically. Click 'OK' to save.
Close and reopen the database. Click 'Run'.
The AutoExec macro will run automatically.
Quick answer: To set up an automatic startup sequence, go to the Create tab, select Macro, and choose your desired actions in the macro design window. Configure the action properties, save the macro with the mandatory name AutoExec, and then close, reopen, and run the database to execute it automatically.
About this tutorial
Configure startup actions in the app by creating and saving an AutoExec macro to run automated tasks immediately upon opening the database. This guide shows how to create Autoexec Macro MS Access in 8 steps, starting with "Go to the 'Create' tab in the ribbon" and finishing with "The AutoExec macro will run automatically". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real product interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to create Autoexec Macro MS Access?
8 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
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