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MOS Access Associate (Office 365 and Office 2019)
1 Introduction to Microsoft Access
1-1 Overview of Microsoft Access
1-2 Understanding the Access interface
1-3 Navigating the Ribbon and Backstage view
1-4 Customizing the Quick Access Toolbar
1-5 Using the Tell Me feature
2 Creating and Managing Databases
2-1 Creating a new database
2-2 Opening and closing databases
2-3 Saving and backing up databases
2-4 Converting databases between file formats
2-5 Managing database properties
3 Designing Tables
3-1 Understanding table structure
3-2 Creating tables using table design view
3-3 Defining field properties
3-4 Setting primary keys
3-5 Creating relationships between tables
3-6 Enforcing referential integrity
3-7 Using lookup fields
4 Entering and Managing Data
4-1 Entering data into tables
4-2 Editing and deleting records
4-3 Using data entry forms
4-4 Sorting and filtering data
4-5 Using validation rules and messages
4-6 Importing and exporting data
5 Creating and Customizing Forms
5-1 Understanding forms
5-2 Creating forms using the Form Wizard
5-3 Customizing form layout
5-4 Adding controls to forms
5-5 Setting control properties
5-6 Using form views (Form View, Layout View, Design View)
5-7 Creating subforms
6 Creating and Customizing Reports
6-1 Understanding reports
6-2 Creating reports using the Report Wizard
6-3 Customizing report layout
6-4 Adding controls to reports
6-5 Setting control properties
6-6 Using report views (Report View, Layout View, Design View)
6-7 Grouping and summarizing data in reports
6-8 Printing and exporting reports
7 Querying Data
7-1 Understanding queries
7-2 Creating queries using the Query Wizard
7-3 Using query design view
7-4 Adding fields to queries
7-5 Using criteria and operators
7-6 Sorting and grouping query results
7-7 Creating calculated fields
7-8 Using aggregate functions
7-9 Creating and using parameter queries
7-10 Creating and using crosstab queries
8 Macros and Automation
8-1 Understanding macros
8-2 Creating and editing macros
8-3 Using macro actions
8-4 Assigning macros to events
8-5 Debugging macros
8-6 Understanding VBA (Visual Basic for Applications)
8-7 Writing simple VBA procedures
9 Securing and Sharing Databases
9-1 Setting database passwords
9-2 Encrypting databases
9-3 Managing user-level security
9-4 Sharing databases with others
9-5 Using SharePoint and OneDrive for data storage
9-6 Collaborating with others in real-time
10 Maintaining and Optimizing Databases
10-1 Compact and repair databases
10-2 Analyzing and optimizing database performance
10-3 Using the Database Documenter
10-4 Managing database objects
10-5 Backing up and restoring databases
10-6 Migrating databases to newer versions of Access
Understanding Macros in Microsoft Access

Understanding Macros in Microsoft Access

Key Concepts

Macros

Macros in Microsoft Access are automated sequences of actions that perform specific tasks. They allow users to automate repetitive tasks, streamline workflows, and enhance the functionality of the database. Macros can be used to open forms, run queries, print reports, and more.

Macro Actions

Macro actions are individual commands or steps within a macro that perform specific tasks. Common macro actions include OpenForm, OpenQuery, MsgBox, and RunMacro. Each action can be customized with parameters to control its behavior.

Macro Design View

Macro Design View is the interface where you create and modify macros. It allows you to visually design macros by selecting actions, setting parameters, and organizing the sequence of actions. Macro Design View is accessible from the Create tab.

Conditional Logic

Conditional logic in macros allows you to specify conditions under which certain actions should be executed. This is useful for creating dynamic and responsive macros. Conditions can be based on field values, user input, or system events.

Error Handling

Error handling in macros involves defining actions to take when an error occurs during macro execution. This ensures that the macro can handle unexpected situations gracefully and provide feedback to the user. Common error handling actions include OnError and MsgBox.

Security Considerations

Security considerations in macros involve managing the risks associated with running macros. This includes enabling or disabling macros, setting macro security levels, and using digital signatures to verify the source of macros.

Automation

Automation in macros refers to the ability to schedule and run macros automatically at specified times or in response to specific events. This is useful for tasks such as data backup, report generation, and system maintenance.

Integration with Forms and Reports

Macros can be integrated with forms and reports to enhance their functionality. For example, a macro can be used to validate user input in a form, or to automatically generate a report when a button is clicked. This integration allows for more interactive and dynamic database applications.

Examples and Analogies

Think of a macro as a robot that performs a series of tasks for you. Just as a robot can be programmed to perform repetitive tasks, a macro can be programmed to automate database operations. For example, a macro might be programmed to open a form, validate data, and save the record, all with a single click.

Another analogy is a recipe. Just as a recipe specifies the steps and ingredients needed to prepare a dish, a macro specifies the actions and parameters needed to perform a task. For example, a macro might specify the steps to generate a sales report, including opening the query, running the report, and saving the output.

By understanding the key concepts of macros, macro actions, macro design view, conditional logic, error handling, security considerations, automation, and integration with forms and reports, you can create powerful and efficient database applications in Microsoft Access.

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