How to Create Simple Query in MS Access
- George Apostolov
How to Create Simple Query in MS Access: step-by-step guide
Launch Microsoft Access and open the database you want to query.
Click on the 'Create' tab in the ribbon.
Select 'Query Design'.
In the 'Show Table' dialog box, select the table you want to query.
Click 'Add'.
In the query design grid, double-click the fields you want to include in the query. These fields will appear in the lower grid.
Click the 'Run' button in the ribbon to see the query results.
Close the query design window. When prompted, give your query a name and click 'OK'.
Quick answer: To build a simple database search, open Microsoft Access, click Create, select Query Design, add your chosen table, double-click desired fields into the grid, run the query, and close the window while saving with a new name.
About this tutorial
Extract specific database information quickly by building and running custom queries in the app. This guide shows how to create Simple Query in MS Access in 8 steps, starting with "Launch Microsoft Access and open the database you want to query" and finishing with "Close the query design window. When prompted, give your query a name and click 'OK'". 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 Simple Query in 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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