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Entering Data in a Table

Now that the table designs are ready, the primary key has been selected, and the database structure is ready, Michael can proceed to enter data in the table.

  1. In the Database window, click the Tables tab.
  2. To open the table, double click the table name.

OR

Select the table to add to and click open.

  1. On the toolbar, click New Record to add a new record

OR

Start typing in the last empty row.

  1. Enter data in the field
  2. Press tab to move to the next field.
  3. If the field shows an arrow button, click the button to display the list.
  4. Select an entry in the list.

  1. To move to the start of a new record, press tab after the last field in the record.
  2. The record you have completed is automatically saved.

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