Creating Forms 4.1 Creating a Basic Form 4.2 Designing Forms in Design View 4.2.1 Adding Objects to the Form 4.2.2 Properties 4.2.3 Labels 4.2.4 Colours and Fonts 4.3 Hiding a Field 4.4 Changing the Text of a Label 4.5 Running a Form 4. Although it is possible to work with tables just by using the datasheet view, a form permits the creation of a friendlier environment with extra features that the datasheet alone cannot provide.
Forms can be simple, merely providing a convenient way to enter information into tables.
On the other hand, they can be used to create a complete system for editing, reporting and interrogating tables. A well-designed system could be passed on to a colleague who will be able to use it with only the simplest of instructions. Click on the New button. Forms are usually based on tables or queries. By using the Forms Wizards you can create a basic form quickly and easily.