How to Create Self Join MS Access
- George Apostolov
How to Create Self Join MS Access: step-by-step guide
Go to the 'Create' tab.
Click 'Query Design'.
Drag the
Employeestable into the query design window twice.Access automatically aliases the second instance as
Employees_1.Create the join and drag the field from the first instance to the field of the second instance.
In the query design grid, choose fields to display.
Click 'Run' to execute the query.
Quick answer: To create a self join in MS Access, go to the Create tab, click Query Design, and drag the Employees table into the window twice to get the second instance aliased as Employees_1. Create the join by dragging a field from the first to the second instance, choose display fields in the grid, and click Run.
About this tutorial
Set up a self join inside the app by adding the table twice, linking the fields, choosing display columns, and running the query. This guide shows how to create Self Join MS Access in 7 steps, starting with "Go to the 'Create' tab" and finishing with "Click 'Run' to execute the query". 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 Self Join MS Access?
7 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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