How to Create Unbound Form MS Access
- George Apostolov
How to Create Unbound Form MS Access: step-by-step guide
Open MS Access and navigate to your database.
Click the 'Create' tab on the ribbon.
Click on 'Form Design' to open a blank form.
While in 'Design View', open the 'Property Sheet'.
In the 'Property Sheet', go to the 'Data' tab.
Set the 'Record Source' property to
None(leave it blank).From the 'Form Design' tab on the ribbon, use the toolbox to add controls.
Save the form with a meaningful name and click 'OK'.
Quick answer: To create an unbound form in MS Access, open your database, click the Create tab, and select Form Design. Open the Property Sheet in Design View, navigate to the Data tab, and leave the Record Source property blank. Finally, add controls from the toolbox and save the form.
About this tutorial
Build an unbound form in the app by leaving the record source blank and adding controls. This guide shows how to create Unbound Form MS Access in 8 steps, starting with "Open MS Access and navigate to your database" and finishing with "Save the form with a meaningful 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 Unbound Form 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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