Auto Capitalize First Letter While Typing in MS Access Forms
Here’s a small problem that adds up fast: you’re building a database, users start entering data, and within a week you have records where some names are all lowercase, some…
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Is MS Access Still Worth It in 2026?
Every few months, someone online declares that MS Access is dead. It’s been happening since the early 2000s — and yet, here we are in 2026, and the software is…
Form Control Methods in MS Access | Why Unbound Form Control Offer Better Flexibility
When building applications in Microsoft Access, the way you design your forms plays a big role in how users interact with data. Access offers different form control methods, such as…
Maximize MS Access Online with SQL Server Using smarterASP
Can MS Access be used globally, online, or worldwide from any location? The simple answer is “Yes, MS Access online is possible” using SQL Server hosting integration. In today’s interconnected…
How to Add Placeholder on Text box or Combo box in MS Access Forms
A Placeholder or Hint is an attribute that specifies a short hint within a text box describing an input field's required value. This great feature of the Placeholder on Text box or Combo box is also possible in MS Access forms.
How to Mask and Unmask Passwords Using VBA in MS Access
Uncovering password mask unmask in MS Access using VBA involves using Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) scripting to reveal obscured passwords within the Access database environment.
How to Filter Data Between Two Dates in MS Access
Filter data between two dates is crucial in data analysis. It enables businesses to identify trends, track performance, and make informed decisions. This skill is vital for leveraging the full potential of data-driven decision-making.
How to Search Records using Number Values with Factors in MS Access
Very important method to search records using Number Values (Numeric Input). For example, sometimes we need to analyze the age or salaries of the employees with factors of Greater Than and Less Than, in this blog, we will go through a complete process on how to do this.
How to Find Record using Combo Box List Selection or Type
There are several methods of finding records in a form based on the type of data and the required outcome. An efficient, quick method like Find Record using Combo Box…
Best Method to Search Records using Manual Values in MS Access
Sometimes you need to search records using manual values in a form. So, there is no need to specify them through the table fields. We will learn a simple ordinary method and a more easy-to-access method.