# How to Create Table in MS Access Using Design View

> To create a table in MS Access using Design View, go to the Create tab, click Table in the Tables group, and switch to Design View. Enter the Field Name, Data Type, and Description in the design grid. Select a field to set as the Primary Key in the ribbon, then click Save.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-create-table-in-ms-access-using-design-view/
Updated: 2026-10-05
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## Steps

1. Go to the 'Create' tab in the ribbon.
2. Click 'Table' in the 'Tables' group.
3. Switch to 'Design View'.
4. In the design grid, enter the 'Field Name', 'Data Type', and 'Description' for each column.
5. Select a field and click the 'Primary Key' button in the ribbon.
6. Click 'Save' to apply changes.