How to Use Count Function MS Access
- George Apostolov
How to Use Count Function MS Access: step-by-step guide
Go to the 'Create' tab.
Select the 'Query Design' button.
Add the table or query containing the field you want to count by clicking the 'Add Selected Tables'.
Drag the desired field into the query grid.
Click the 'Totals' button in the ribbon (Σ) symbol.
In the 'Total' row for the field, select 'Count' from the dropdown.
Run the query by clicking the 'Run' button.
Quick answer: To use the count function in MS Access, go to the Create tab and select Query Design. Add your table using Add Selected Tables, drag the desired field into the query grid, and click the Totals button. Select Count from the Total row dropdown, then click the Run button to execute the query.
About this tutorial
Calculate records in the app by adding fields to a query grid, applying the Totals count setting, and running it. This guide shows how to use Count Function MS Access in 7 steps, starting with "Go to the 'Create' tab" and finishing with "Run the query by clicking the 'Run' button". 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 use Count Function 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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