How to Create Wildcard Queries MS Access
- George Apostolov
How to Create Wildcard Queries MS Access: step-by-step guide
Go to the 'Create' tab.
Click 'Query Design'.
Add the table you want to search. Click 'Add Selected Tables'.
Drag the field you want to search into the query grid.
In the 'Criteria' row of the field, enter your '
Like'statement with wildcards.Click 'Run' on the ribbon to see the results.
Quick answer: To create wildcard queries in MS Access, go to the Create tab and click Query Design. Add your table using Add Selected Tables, and drag the search field into the query grid. Enter your Like statement with wildcards in the Criteria row, then click Run on the ribbon to view results.
About this tutorial
Generate wildcard search results in the app by adding tables, setting field criteria, and running the query. This guide shows how to create Wildcard Queries MS Access in 6 steps, starting with "Go to the 'Create' tab" and finishing with "Click 'Run' on the ribbon to see the results". 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 Wildcard Queries MS Access?
6 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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